Frame

The basic structure and components of a mech – its chassis, Armor, and Mounts – is called its frame. A mech’s frame determines its appearance, Size, and function, defining it as anything from a heavy siege engine to an agile flier, or even a cloaking mech that specializes in electronic warfare. These effects are expressed by a frame's traits. Think about choosing a Frame as (more or less) choosing the mech your character is going to pilot. But remember that you’re not limited to just one frame – you can acquire new ones by unlocking rank II licenses.

In game terms, a Frame is a mech’s modular base. It determines your mech’s Size, Armor, and other specifications, as well as its available weapon Mounts and capacity for additional systems. Each Frame also comes with a unique Core System, a powerful special ability that can typically only be used once per mission.