Xerath Mid Build

Xerath Mid Guide | Patch 26.16

Xerath dominates mid lane with unmatched burst damage and long-range poke. His scaling into late game makes him a late-game powerhouse in ranked queues.

How to play Xerath?

Xerath thrives in the early game with his long-range Q poke, allowing you to harass enemies from safety. His passive, *Arcane Barrage*, resets his Q cooldown when it hits, enabling rapid poke rotations. In the mid-game, focus on landing your E (*Shocking Orb*) to root enemies before unleashing your full combo. Late-game, Xerath shines as a high-risk, high-reward assassin. Position yourself far back to land your empowered Q (*Eye of Destruction*) and R (*Rite of the Arcane*) for massive burst damage. His lack of mobility means you must rely on precise skillshots and map awareness to avoid ganks.

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💡 Tips for Xerath

• 1.Start with *Dark Seal* and *Corrupting Potion* for sustain and early poke dominance. Save your mana for all-ins or fights where you can secure kills.
• 2.Land your E (*Shocking Orb*) first to root enemies, then follow up with a full Q (*Arcane Barrage*) combo for maximum burst. Your R (*Rite of the Arcane*) should be used to finish off low-health targets or secure picks from extreme range.
• 3.Roam aggressively after winning your lane. Xerath’s R (*Rite of the Arcane*) allows you to rotate to other lanes quickly, applying pressure and securing objectives.
• 4.Avoid over-extending. Xerath’s lack of mobility means you’re vulnerable to ganks if you push too far without wards.
• 5.Practice landing your empowered Q (*Eye of Destruction*). It’s your most reliable damage tool in team fights and can win engagements from extreme range.

❓ Frequently asked questions about Xerath

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