In NieR:Automata, short swords boast rapid attack speeds and narrow hitboxes, making them versatile weapons against diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, powerful, upgradable finds like the Type-40 sword significantly boost character strength. This guide details how to obtain this easily missed weapon.
Obtaining the Type-40 Sword
The Type-40 sword is the reward for completing the side quest "Find a Present," the final quest in a series involving Operator 6O. Unlocking it requires completing two preceding quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, including chapter selection points:
- After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, Operator 6O will contact you. Immediately complete the "Investigating Communications" quest; it's easily missed.
- Proceed through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle) and into Chapter 7.
- After speaking with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins until Operator 6O contacts you again, directing you to an access point to begin "Terminal Repairs."
- Returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, you'll receive a final message from Operator 6O about flowers, triggering "Find a Present" in your inbox.
- Complete "Find a Present" to receive the Type-40 Sword.
The Type-40 Sword's stats at level 1 include a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrading to level 4 increases the light attack combo to 7 hits and enhances enemy stunning capabilities. Titanium Alloy is required for all upgrades.
Additional Rewards for "Find a Present"
Completing "Find a Present" also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
