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Ahri vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath

Ahri vs Xerath

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Ahri's high early agency and mobility to disrupt Xerath's poke and force short trades.
Deny Xerath a calm scaling lane by controlling wave tempo and punishing his immobility with well-timed (E) charms.
Focus on roaming and pick setups post level 6 to leverage Ahri's mobility against Xerath's immobility.

Trading pattern

Poke with (Q) and (W), then look for (E) windows when (E) is on cooldown or missed.
Only use (E) when Xerath commits or is vulnerable; avoid blind (E) to prevent punishment.
Disengage after short trades unless (R) allows a safe extension or kill opportunity.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun threat and avoid overextending during its cooldown.
Step back when Xerath is charging (Q) to avoid heavy poke damage.
Be cautious post level 6 as Xerath's ultimate enables long-range follow-up and increased burst.

Early game

Use (Q) and (W) to trade when Xerath is charging (Q) or after he wastes (E).
Hold (E) to punish Xerath's forward movement or mispositioning during his poke.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 when (R) is unavailable and Xerath's poke is strongest.

Power spikes

Respect Xerath's level 3 full ability access and first completed mana/AP item for increased poke damage.
Use Ahri's level 3 spike to increase short-trade flexibility, saving (E) for real punish windows.
Track (R) availability at level 6 to execute picks, roams, or defensive resets safely.

Win conditions

Land (E) to pick off Xerath when he overcommits or wastes (E).
Use (R) mobility post level 6 to dodge poke and create roam pressure after safely pushing.
Deny Xerath safe farming by controlling the wave and forcing short trades around your cooldowns.

Tip: For Ahri vs Xerath, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 4, 2026New matchup