Vel'Koz vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide

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Vel'Koz into Xerathmedium

Overview

Use long-range angles to pressure while maintaining brush control for engage safety.
Prioritize ADC access by denying Xerath's poke angles and protecting against his stun.
Control river vision to enable safe roams and prevent Xerath's mid pressure post-level 6.

Use split angles layered with to pressure without overcommitting your .
Hold for peel or guaranteed knockup, especially when is on cooldown.
Engage only when ADC can follow immediately and brush or wave state supports it.

Respect stun cooldown and position to avoid his poke follow-up on your ADC.
Watch for Xerath's ultimate channel; avoid committing during its duration.
Be cautious when brush control is lost, as Xerath can angle poke and stun through fog to threaten your ADC.

Track level 2 closely to combine poke and knockup with ADC follow-up.
Deny side brush to limit Xerath's engage and poke angles.
Coordinate wave crash with ADC before roaming to avoid leaving them vulnerable to Xerath's poke.

Level 2 unlocks your + combo, enabling strong poke and peel windows.
Level 3 completes your full poke pattern; use it to pressure Xerath and force back his ADC.
Level 6 ultimate burst combos well with ADC follow-up for potent all-ins or disengages.

Convert brush control and poke pressure into denied enemy ADC positioning and safer ADC access.
Use river vision and wave state to create roam windows for mid pressure or dragon setups.
Leverage your peel and burst with ADC follow-up to secure favorable 2v2 fights and objective control.

Tactical tip

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