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Xerath vs Akali MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Akali

Xerath vs Akali

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Xerath is a long-range artillery mage who must maintain spacing to poke and avoid Akali's all-ins.
Use lane pressure to deny Akali safe access to extended trades and prevent her from scaling freely.

Trading pattern

Poke with Q and W to control space, then hold E to stun if Akali commits with E.
Punish Akali when her W is down by stepping forward for poke or short trades.
Avoid charging Q or using E carelessly, as missing these abilities leaves you vulnerable to Akali's burst.

Danger windows

Akali is most dangerous when Akali W is active and Akali E is available for engages.
Avoid extended trades when Akali's W is up, as she gains stealth and safety.
Be cautious when charging Q or after missing E, as Xerath is vulnerable to Akali's burst during these moments.

Early game

Use Q and W to poke Akali early and exploit her weaker waveclear before level 3.
Hold E defensively to punish Akali E engage attempts.
Avoid close fights where Akali can safely use her Akali W to trade or all-in.

Power spikes

Xerath's major spikes are level 6 with R and first completed mana/AP item.
Akali's spikes at level 3 (Q-W-E combo) and level 6 (R) must be respected to avoid lethal trades.
Positioning and cooldown awareness are crucial around these spikes to maximize Xerath's damage and survival.

Win conditions

Use Q and W to consistently poke and keep Akali from safely farming or engaging.
Capitalize on Akali's W downtime to land E stuns and follow up with damage.
Reach level 6 and item power spikes to increase poke pressure and map influence with R, denying Akali's all-in windows.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup