Leona vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Leona vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use brush control to threaten engage angles and enable quick (E)+(Q) combos with ADC follow-up.
Protect your ADC from Xerath's poke by positioning to block skillshots and enabling safe trades.
Prioritize river vision to deny Xerath's roam attempts and secure dragon control.

Trading pattern

Engage only when your ADC is in range to follow up immediately after your (E)+(Q) lockdown.
Deny Xerath's poke by controlling brush and forcing him to use (Q) and (W) defensively.
Hold (W) to absorb return damage and peel for your ADC if Xerath or enemy ADC tries to counter-engage.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun as it can interrupt your engage and leave your ADC exposed.
Avoid engaging when (R) ultimate is up unless your ADC can immediately follow for burst.
Be cautious when the wave is large, as Xerath's poke range and skillshots become harder to dodge.

Early game

Win the level 2 race to unlock your full engage combo and pressure Xerath before he can poke.
Thin the wave early to create favorable engage windows and reduce Xerath's poke effectiveness.
Coordinate with your ADC to crash the wave before roaming, ensuring their safety and lane priority.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (E)+(Q) all-in combo; use it to force enemy back or secure kills.
Level 3 adds (W) durability, increasing your sustain in trades and enabling longer engagements.
Level 6 (R) provides long-range engage and zone control; coordinate with ADC for decisive fights or picks.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and level 2/3 power spikes into forced all-ins with ADC burst.
Roam after crashing waves to extend pressure and secure vision around dragon and river.
Use your ultimate to start fights or peel for your ADC, ensuring favorable teamfight entry and objective setups.