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Xerath vs Janna SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Janna

Xerath vs Janna

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) and (W) to poke and control lane space, limiting Janna's ADC access.
Deny Janna's engage angles by controlling brush and forcing her to use (Q) defensively.
Prioritize vision and river control to enable safe ADC follow-up and punish Janna's roam attempts.

Trading pattern

Use (W) slows to land (Q) poke, then hold (E) to peel against Janna's engage.
Time trades when (Q) is down to reduce her peel and engage threat.
Avoid charging (Q) in unsafe positions to prevent being punished by (Q) or (R).

Danger windows

Respect charged (Q) knockup from brush or fog, which can disrupt your ADC's positioning.
(E) shield enables enemy ADC trades; avoid extended fights when it's up.
Her (R) can reset fights and disengage; avoid committing all-ins without ADC follow-up.

Early game

Win the level 2 race to pressure Janna before she can shield or disengage.
Maintain brush control to prevent Janna from setting up (Q) knockups.
Coordinate with ADC to crash waves early, forcing Janna to stay and reducing her roam threat.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (E) stun and Janna's shield; use this to contest trades aggressively.
Level 6 (R) grants long-range follow-up and pick potential; use it to punish Janna's commitment.
First completed mana/AP item boosts poke damage, increasing pressure on Janna's shield timing.

Win conditions

Convert poke pressure into denied enemy ADC positioning and forced recalls.
Use vision control to secure dragon and prevent Janna's roams.
Coordinate level 6 ultimates with ADC to secure picks or disengage, enabling favorable teamfight entries.

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

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup