# 2017 Magic: The Gathering Unstable #164

> The 2017 Magic: The Gathering Unstable expansion features this foil common card, Voracious Vacuum, as a unique Host Artifact Creature designed to boost your board presence.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2017
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: Unstable
- **Card number**: #164
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

This product is the Voracious Vacuum, card number 164 from the Unstable series. It is a Host Artifact Creature — Construct with a mana cost of three and a power/toughness of 1/1. As a Host card, it is designed to be attached to other creatures, serving a specific role within the game's innovative framework.

The Voracious Vacuum card offers a straightforward but effective ability: when it enters the battlefield, you may put a +1/+1 counter on target creature. This mechanic allows collectors and players to enhance other units, making it a functional piece for casual and constructed formats. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal, distinguishing it from the nonfoil versions while maintaining its common rarity status. Artist Matt Dixon provided the illustration for this card, contributing to the set's unique aesthetic. Collectors often seek out Unstable cards for their novelty and the experimental rules they introduce to the game. The Voracious Vacuum represents a fun interaction between artifact creatures and the host mechanic, appealing to those who enjoy strategic depth with a lighthearted twist.

## FAQ

### What is the Voracious Vacuum in Magic: The Gathering?

The Voracious Vacuum is a Host Artifact Creature — Construct from the 2017 Unstable set. It has a mana cost of three and enters the battlefield with the ability to put a +1/+1 counter on target creature.

### What does the Host mechanic mean?

The Host mechanic allows certain creatures to be attached to other creatures. When Voracious Vacuum is attached, it functions as a host to another creature, often modifying that creature's abilities or characteristics.

### Is the Unstable set legal for tournament play?

The Unstable set is not legal for sanctioned tournament play in most formats. It is primarily designed for casual play, Commander, and other non-sanctioned formats, making it great for collectors and casual gamers.

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