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Xerath vs Fizz MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath vs Fizz

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Xerath is a long-range artillery mage who must control space and avoid Fizz's all-in burst attempts.
Use your superior poke and lane pressure to deny Fizz safe scaling and force him to respect your range.

Trading pattern

Use W to slow Fizz and land Q poke more reliably, then back off before he can engage.
Respect Fizz's Fizz E dodge and escape; avoid committing E unless you are sure to hit.
Avoid charging Q in close proximity to Fizz to reduce risk of being all-ined during the cast.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Fizz's Fizz E is available as it allows him to dodge your key poke and engage safely.
Avoid extended trades when your E is down since it's your main self-peel tool against his all-in.
Position carefully post level 6 to avoid getting caught by Fizz's R knockup burst.

Early game

Abuse your early high agency by poking with Q and W to keep Fizz low before level 3.
Punish Fizz if he steps up before level 3 since he is weak and vulnerable to poke.
Hold E defensively to deter Fizz's melee engage attempts and avoid his burst trades.

Power spikes

Xerath's major spikes are level 6 R and first completed mana/AP item for strong poke and map pressure.
Respect Fizz's level 3 unlock for his Q engage, W damage, and E dodge combo.
Also respect Fizz's level 6 R for his kill threat and all-in potential.

Win conditions

Win by using Q and W to poke Fizz out of lane and deny him easy access to short trades.
Use E defensively to prevent Fizz's all-in engages and punish his missed Fizz E cooldown.
Post level 6, leverage R's long-range damage to maintain pressure and control the lane from a safe distance.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup