NieR: Automata - How To Get The Type-40 Sword

NieR: Automata's Type-40 Sword: A Guide to Acquisition

Small swords in NieR: Automata are characterized by their rapid attack speed and compact hitbox, making them versatile weapons. While numerous powerful weapons, such as the Type-40 sword, are available through upgrades, the Type-40 requires specific actions to obtain. This guide details the steps to acquire this valuable weapon.

The Type-40 sword is the reward for completing the side quest "Find A Present," the culmination of a questline involving Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest necessitates completing two preceding side quests. Here's a step-by-step breakdown, including chapter selection points if utilizing that feature:

1. Post-Chapter 5: After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a communication from Operator 6O. This initiates the "Investigating Communications" quest. Complete this immediately as it's easily missed.

2. Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6, completing the events within the Forest Castle. Begin Chapter 7.

3. Pascal and Operator 6O: Speak with Pascal, inquire about A2, and then explore the city ruins. This triggers another communication from Operator 6O, directing you to an access point to begin the "Terminal Repairs" quest.

4. "Terminal Repairs" Completion: Complete the "Terminal Repairs" quest.

5. Final Communication: While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, you'll receive a final message from Operator 6O regarding flowers. This message, found in your inbox, starts the "Find a Present" quest.

6. "Find a Present" Completion: Completing "Find a Present" delivers the Type-40 Sword to your inbox.

Type-40 Sword Stats & Upgrades:

At level 1, the Type-40 boasts a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrading it to level 4 increases the light attack combo to 7 hits and enhances its effectiveness against stunned enemies. Titanium Alloy is required for these upgrades.

Additional Rewards for "Find a Present":

Completing "Find a Present" also yields:

• A130: Bomb
• Amber x 4
• 5,000 G
• 800 EXP

By following these steps, you can successfully obtain the powerful Type-40 Sword in NieR: Automata.