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. However, this sword is easily missed; here's how to obtain it.
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 side quests. Here's a step-by-step guide, including chapter selection points:
- After defeating Adam and Eve in Chapter 5, you'll receive a call from Operator 6O initiating the "Investigating Communications" quest. Complete this immediately as it's easily missed.
- Advance the main story through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and into Chapter 7.
- After speaking with Pascal about A2, explore the city ruins to trigger another call from Operator 6O, directing you to an access point to begin "Terminal Repairs."
- While returning to the Resistance Camp during Chapter 7, a final call from Operator 6O will mention flowers and a new message in your inbox.
- Interact with this message to start "Find a Present."
- Upon completion of "Find a Present," the Type-40 sword will be delivered 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. Upgrade it to level 4 using Titanium Alloy to increase its light attack combo to 7 hits and enhance its enemy stunning capabilities.
Additional "Find a Present" Rewards
Completing "Find a Present" also yields:
- A130: Bomb
- 4 Amber
- 5,000 Gil
- 800 EXP
