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

In NieR: Automata, short swords boast swift attack speeds and narrow hitboxes, making them versatile weapons for various enemies. While weapon upgrades enhance their longevity, numerous powerful weapons, like the Type-40 sword, offer significant combat advantages. This guide details how to obtain this often-missed 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 requires completing two prerequisites:

Obtaining the Type-40 Sword:

1. Post-Chapter 5: 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.

2. Chapter 6 & 7 Progression: Advance through Chapter 6 (Forest Castle events) and into Chapter 7.

3. "Terminal Repairs": After speaking with Pascal about A2 and exploring 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, a final message from Operator 6O will appear in your inbox, beginning the "Find a Present" quest.

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

Type-40 Sword Stats & Upgrades:

At level 1, the Type-40 Sword features a 5-hit light attack combo and a 3-hit heavy attack combo. Upgrade it to level 4 using Titanium Alloy to achieve a 7-hit light attack combo and enhanced enemy stunning capabilities.

Additional "Find A Present" Rewards:

Completing the quest also yields:

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