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Anivia vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath

Anivia vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Prioritize waveclear and zoning to deny Xerath safe poke and force him into unfavorable angles.
Manage cooldowns carefully to avoid punishment when missing (Q) stun.
Scale through farming and use (R) post-6 to control fights and force picks.

Trading pattern

Initiate trades by landing (Q) followed by (E) for maximum damage.
Use (W) to force Xerath into your (Q) path and punish his cooldowns.
Avoid trades if you miss (Q), as Xerath can counterpoke effectively then.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun availability; it enables his main self-peel and engage.
Avoid all-ins without flash; Anivia's low mobility makes her vulnerable.
Be cautious after missed (Q) trades; Xerath can punish cooldown windows with poke.

Early game

Use (W) to block Xerath's poke angles and punish missed (E) stuns.
Avoid extended trades when (E) stun or charged (Q) is available.
Focus on farming safely and look for (Q) + (E) trades when Xerath is vulnerable.

Power spikes

After level 6 and first mana/AP item, use (R) to zone and farm waves safely.
Post-6 (R) makes it hard for Xerath to siege or engage, enabling picks.
Respect Xerath's level 6 (R) and first item spike, which increase his poke threat.

Win conditions

Use strong waveclear and (R) zoning to force Xerath into bad positioning.
Capitalize on Xerath's missed (E) or (Q) to land your (Q) and burst with (E).
Survive early poke to reach level 6 and leverage (R) for picks and teamfights.

Tip: For Anivia vs Xerath, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup