Hwei vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Hwei vs Xerath

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Hwei is a high-agency artillery mage who must control space with long-range poke and use E spellbook CC to manage Xerath's poke and setup all-ins.
Pressure the lane early to deny Xerath a passive scaling lane and prevent him from comfortably using his poke and ultimate.

Trading pattern

Control space with Q and W poke while holding E for defensive crowd control against Xerath's stun (Xerath E).
Punish Xerath when he misses Xerath E or is vulnerable while charging Xerath Q.
Use your superior spell variety to adapt trades and force Xerath into unfavorable exchanges.

Danger windows

Beware when Xerath has Xerath E available for stun, especially combined with Xerath R for follow-up damage.
Avoid all-ins if you chose the wrong E spell that doesn't provide crowd control against Xerath's engage.
Watch for Xerath's poke and stun cooldowns to avoid lethal trades or forced summoners.

Early game

Use your level 3 power spike to unlock all spellbooks and adapt your E choice to counter Xerath's poke and stun threat.
Prioritize landing E crowd control to disrupt Xerath's skillshots and force him to play cautiously.
Avoid extended trades if you pick the wrong E spell, as Xerath can punish fast all-ins or missed abilities.

Power spikes

Major spikes: Level 3 unlocks full spellbook options; level 6 with R enables strong all-in potential; first completed mage item boosts damage.
Respect Xerath's level 6 ultimate (Xerath R) and first completed mana/AP item as key enemy power spikes.

Win conditions

Win by using your long-range poke and E spellbook CC to control lane pressure and deny Xerath safe poke windows.
Setup level 6 all-ins with R after softening Xerath with poke and crowd control.
Force Xerath into unfavorable trades by dodging his skillshots and punishing cooldowns with your flexible spell choices.