LeBlanc vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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LeBlanc vs Xerath

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

LeBlanc is a mobile burst assassin who must pressure Xerath to prevent him from safely poking and scaling.
Focus on denying Xerath's poke and avoid letting him control the lane with his long-range artillery spells.

Trading pattern

Use W to engage for burst damage and reposition quickly, then threaten E root if Xerath cannot respond.
Punish Xerath when he wastes Xerath E or is forced to play back after missing skillshots.
Avoid engaging when Xerath is charging Xerath Q or has Xerath E ready to stun you.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Xerath has Xerath E stun available as it is his main self-peel and can set up poke.
Missing W engage puts you at risk of heavy poke or counterattack due to your low waveclear and immobility.
Xerath's ultimate at level 6 creates a long-range threat zone; avoid overextending during its duration.

Early game

Use level 2 power spike with Q plus W or E to threaten quick burst trades before Xerath can safely poke.
Avoid extended trades if you miss W engage, as Xerath can punish your low waveclear and immobility.
Stay mobile to dodge Xerath Q and W poke and look for windows after Xerath misses his E stun.

Power spikes

LeBlanc's major spikes are level 2 burst with Q+W/E, level 6 R for double burst, and first completed AP item.
Respect Xerath's level 6 ultimate for extended poke and follow-up damage.
Xerath's first completed mana/AP item increases his poke threat; play cautiously around this spike.

Win conditions

Use your mobility and burst to punish Xerath's missed skillshots and lack of mobility.
Deny Xerath the chance to freely poke by forcing short trades with W engage and E root.
Reach level 6 and your first AP item to maximize burst potential and pressure Xerath out of lane or force summoner spells.