Diana vs Xerath

Diana
You
VS
Xerath

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Who Wins

  • You lose levels 1-3 to Xerath's superior range and wave control, forced to give up CS to avoid Q poke damage.
  • At level 6, you gain kill pressure with R, but only if you can land Q first to enable the reset.
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How to Trade

  • Your trading revolves around landing Q, then immediately R-W-E combo for maximum burst before Xerath can retaliate.
  • Short, decisive trades are key since extended poke wars heavily favor his range advantage.

Wave Control

  • Accept CS disadvantage early and focus on staying healthy for level 6 power spike.
  • Look for opportunities to freeze waves near your side to set up ganks or force Xerath into unsafe positions.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Never R without landing Q first, as you'll be stuck in melee range without reset potential and likely die to his E-W combo.
  • Missing Q while committing R is almost always a death sentence in this matchup.
Created on 11/22/2025
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