The 2016 Eldritch Moon foil release of Curious Homunculus // Voracious Reader (EMN #54) is a key transform creature in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
Curious Homunculus // Voracious Reader
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • Eldritch Moon
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Description
Released in 2016 as part of the Eldritch Moon set, this Magic: The Gathering trading card game card features the dual-faced creature Curious Homunculus // Voracious Reader. Identified by card number 54, this uncommon foil print by artist Filip Burburan appeals to collectors who appreciate the strategic depth of the transform mechanic. The card begins as a one-mana-cost Homunculus with a unique ability that adds colorless mana, which can only be spent on instant or sorcery spells. This utility makes it a versatile addition to blue-based decks that rely on spell-heavy strategies. When the graveyard condition is met during the upkeep, the card transforms into Voracious Reader, shifting its role from mana generation to board presence. The foil treatment adds a premium aesthetic to this EMN release, distinguishing it from standard prints. For Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, collecting specific foil variants from this era is a popular way to build a cohesive library. Whether you are completing a set or investing in high-quality foil cards, this transform creature offers both mechanical interest and visual appeal for any collection.
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Card Details
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Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Filip Burburan
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}
Creature — Homunculus
1 / 1
U
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{T}: Add {C}. Spend this mana only to cast an instant or sorcery spell. At the beginning of your upkeep, if there are three or more instant and/or sorcery cards in your graveyard, transform this creature.
