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'''Tech acolyta''' (plural),{{Fn|1d}} '''acolytum''' (singular) are unranked members of the [[Cult Mechanicus]] that are still learning the lower mysteries of the Machine God.{{Fn|1b}} Tech acolyta can serve under one or more [[tech priestTech-Priest]] master or mistress.{{Fn|2a}} An acolytum might, at some point, find an apprenticeship with an experienced [[Magos]] or other Tech-Priest.{{Fn|1c}}

Many acolyta are promising young children. Some Forge Worlds also train their acolyta in combat, sparring with other youths using [[electro staff|electro staves]] while under the watchful guidance of a Warleader.{{Fn|1d}} An individual who has spent 20 years studying is considered old for a tech acolytum. An individual who has spent this many years studying under one or more masters either due to a lack of enthusiasm, incompetence, or out of guile. Individuals don't typically choose to postpone their promotion if it is available. A student might do so in order to learn more, plunder all the knowledge they can from one master and then move onto the next.{{Fn|2a}} During these apprenticeships the apprentice will likely learn many of the secrets of their master's unique studies.{{Fn|1c}}