Xerath vs Vex MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath vs Vex

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Xerath is a long-range artillery mage who must use Q and W to keep Vex at bay and deny her passive fear trades.
Apply constant poke pressure to prevent Vex from using her passive effectively and avoid giving her all-in windows post level 6.

Trading pattern

Trade primarily with Q poke enhanced by W slow to land shots more easily.
Use E only if you are sure to hit, as missing it forces you to retreat and lose lane pressure.
Punish Vex when her passive fear is down or if she fails to land it, as she is vulnerable without it.

Danger windows

Vex's passive fear creates short windows where engaging is very risky; respect these timings.
When Vex's R is available, she can reset fights and dive; avoid overextending during this.
Missing E leaves Xerath vulnerable to Vex's burst and fear combo; play cautiously after a miss.

Early game

Use Q and W to poke early and prevent Vex from safely triggering her passive fear.
Hold E defensively to avoid Vex's passive fear and her R engage resets.
Avoid close fights where Vex can capitalize on her fear and burst potential.

Power spikes

Xerath's major spikes are level 6 with R and after completing his first mana/AP item.
Respect Vex's level 6 R engage and her first completed AP burst item that increases her kill threat.
Position carefully post level 6 to leverage your ultimate's long range and avoid Vex's all-in.

Win conditions

Win by consistently landing Q and W poke to deny Vex's passive fear trades and force her to farm under pressure.
Use superior range and positioning to avoid Vex's all-in attempts, especially post level 6.
Leverage your R for map pressure and wave control to maintain lane dominance and punish Vex's immobility outside her ultimate resets.