Xerath vs Syndra
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose early 1v1s levels 1-3 due to Syndra's superior burst and Q spam harass through minions.
- At level 6, you still lose the all-in since her R provides guaranteed burst while your combo requires landing skillshots against her mobility.
How to Trade
- Use W slow first to restrict her movement, then follow with fast Q to chunk her HP while dodging sideways to avoid her Q-E stun combo.
- Your Q alone is telegraphed and easily dodged or interrupted by her E-Q, so the W setup is critical - if you get her low enough, she's forced to either recall or play aggressively, making her vulnerable to your E catch.
Wave Control
- Push waves quickly with Q to create distance and roam opportunities, as you cannot match her in side lane skirmishes.
- Focus on clearing waves from maximum range and looking for picks with your superior range rather than trying to control the wave state.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never walk up to auto-attack minions or harass when your E is on cooldown, as Syndra can easily all-in you with Q-E-W-R combo.
- Avoid using Q to poke when the wave is in a bad position, as you'll be vulnerable to her engage without escape tools.
Enhanced by Okuu
on 12/17/2025