Viktor vs Xerath
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- Pre-6: Xerath wins trades with superior range and poke damage, forcing you to farm defensively.
- Post-6: You gain kill pressure if you can land W to set up R, but Xerath still has range advantage for safer trading.
How to Trade
- Use Q for shield when Xerath uses abilities, then look for short trades with empowered auto when he steps forward.
- Your best all-in window is landing W to guarantee E+R combo, but this requires him to be out of position.
Wave Control
- Focus on last-hitting safely and collecting Hex Fragments while avoiding Xerath's poke range.
- Push waves quickly with E when possible to create roam opportunities, as you can't match his range in lane.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't try to trade in open lane where Xerath can freely poke you down with Q.
- Avoid using W aggressively without setup, as missing it leaves you vulnerable to his full combo while it's on cooldown.
Created on 12/07/2025
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