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Tristana vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Tristana vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use early level spikes to force all-ins before Xerath can safely poke from range.
Exploit your mobility to dodge Xerath's skillshots and close distance for burst trades.
Convert winning trades into turret plate damage by crashing waves with (E) stacks.

Trading pattern

Engage trades by stacking (E) and jumping in only when support can follow up.
Punish Xerath's missed (E) stun by stepping forward to trade burst damage.
Avoid jumping into large minion waves to prevent taking excessive minion damage during all-ins.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun cooldown; avoid engaging when it is available and ready.
Avoid extended fights when (R) ultimate is up, as his poke and follow-up increase.
Be cautious pushing without vision since Xerath's poke and jungle pressure can punish overextensions.

Early game

Push to hit level 2 first and coordinate with support for an all-in before Xerath's stun cooldown.
Avoid extended passive pushes that expose you to Xerath's poke and jungle ganks.
Reset wave after a successful trade or recall to maintain turret pressure with (E).

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (W) jump and (E) burst, enabling strong all-ins with support.
First completed marksman item significantly increases your burst and turret pressure potential.
Post-level 6, use (R) knockback to finish combos or interrupt Xerath's poke and engage attempts.

Win conditions

Force early all-ins around level 2 with support to snowball lane control.
Use wave crashes to stack (E) and take turret plates after enemy recalls.
Leverage (W) resets and (R) knockback to extend fights or disengage safely for mid-game objectives.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup