Every Operator in Arknights has talents which provides some bonuses that can be helpful for themselves or other Operators, although some have drawbacks.
- All 6★ Operators have two talents, with at least one providing support for other Operators.
- The first talent is unlocked at Elite 1 while the second talent is unlocked at Elite 2, which also upgrades the first talent.
- Some 6★ Operators start with their first talent available. In this case, the first talent will be upgraded at Elite 1 and Elite 2.
- Most 5★ Operators only have a single talent which is unlocked at Elite 1 and upgraded at Elite 2.
- Some 5★ and few 4★ Operators only have a single talent which is unlocked at Elite 2.
- Some 5★ and 4★ Operators start with only a single talent, which is upgraded at Elite 1 and Elite 2.
- All 4★ Operators or below only have a single talent.
Most Operators will have their talent(s) enhanced when their potential is improved.