In NieR:Automata, short swords boast swift attack speeds and narrow hitboxes, making them versatile weapons against diverse enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful weapons, like the Type-40 sword, offer significant combat advantages. However, obtaining the Type-40 requires completing a specific side quest chain. Here's how:
Acquiring the Type-40 Sword
The Type-40 Sword is the reward for "Find a Present," the final quest in a series involving Operator 6O. Unlocking this quest necessitates completing two preceding quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, including chapter selection points:
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Post-Chapter 5: After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a call from Operator 6O. This initiates the "Investigating Communications" quest—complete it immediately as it's easily missed.
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Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and into Chapter 7.
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"Terminal Repairs": After speaking with Pascal about A2 and exploring the city ruins, Operator 6O will contact you again, directing you to an access point to begin "Terminal Repairs."
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"Find a Present": Continuing Chapter 7's progression towards the Resistance Camp, a final call from Operator 6O will mention flowers and send a message to your inbox. Interact with this message to begin "Find a Present."
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Reward: Completing "Find a Present" delivers the Type-40 Sword to your inbox.
The Type-40 Sword's base stats (level 1) include 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 foes. Titanium Alloy is required for these upgrades.
Additional "Find a Present" Rewards:
Completing this quest also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- Amber x 4
- 5,000 G
- 800 EXP
