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

Small swords in NieR: Automata boast swift attack speeds and compact hitboxes, making them versatile weapons. While numerous powerful weapons, including upgraded options, exist, the Type-40 Sword stands out. However, obtaining it requires completing a specific side quest chain. This guide details the steps involved.

Unlocking the Type-40 Sword:

The Type-40 Sword is the reward for completing the side quest "Find a Present," the culmination of a questline involving Operator 6O. To access this final quest, you must first complete two preceding quests. Here's the complete process:

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

2. Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through the main story, completing Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and initiating Chapter 7.

3. "Terminal Repairs": Following a conversation with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins. Operator 6O will contact you again, directing you to check your inbox at an access point to begin "Terminal Repairs."

4. "Find a Present": 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 "Find a Present."

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

Type-40 Sword Stats & Upgrades:

At level 1, the Type-40 Sword performs 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 "Find a Present" Rewards:

Besides the Type-40 Sword, completing "Find a Present" also rewards:

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

By following these steps, you can successfully acquire this valuable weapon in NieR: Automata.