Xerath vs Diana
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win levels 1-3 through superior range and poke with Q, as Diana lacks gap closers and must walk up for CS.
- At level 6, Diana becomes extremely dangerous with R engage potential, shifting the matchup heavily in her favor.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading is Q poke when Diana goes for CS, followed by immediate repositioning to avoid her Q return damage.
- Never commit to extended trades as her passive and W shield give her superior sustained damage in melee range.
Wave Control
- Push early waves with Q to establish range advantage and recall timing, but transition to freezing near your tower post-6.
- This forces Diana to overextend for farm while keeping you safe from her R all-in potential.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never use E aggressively for poke as it's your only escape tool against Diana's R engage.
- Wasting E leaves you completely vulnerable to her all-in combo with no counterplay options.
Created on 11/22/2025
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