Talk:Operator/@comment-216.67.122.232-20160606083519/@comment-24136187-20160606084231

I assume that a given warframe is built towards a given skillset (Valkyr and Melee, Limbo and the Rift to name a couple), and it channels the operator's power towards that skillset only.

Focus abilities are essentially the Operator jumping out of the frame so to speak, and using their vast power directly, rather than through a conduit.