Neeko vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Neeko vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 9, 2026

Overview

Use (W) clone and passive disguise to create engage uncertainty and split enemy attention.
Deny Xerath's poke by controlling brush and positioning to protect your ADC's access.
Leverage (E) root angles through minions to set up ADC follow-up and force close fights.

Trading pattern

Fish for (E) roots through minions to enable burst trades with (Q) and ADC follow-up.
Hold (R) for multi-target engages or defensive resets, avoiding forced all-ins when enemies can disengage.
Deny Xerath brush access to reduce his poke angles and create safer engage windows for your ADC.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun as his main peel tool; avoid overextending when it's available.
Watch for (R) ultimate window to avoid extended fights without your engage cooldowns.
Beware of Xerath's poke range with (Q) and (W) slowing your ADC's movement and positioning.

Early game

Contest level 2 with your ADC to gain engage priority before Xerath's poke ramps up.
Secure brush control to limit Xerath's poke angles and protect your ADC's positioning.
Coordinate wave crash timing with your ADC to enable safe roams or vision setups.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) unlocks strong all-in threat; use it to force picks or layered teamfight control.
First completed AP burst item increases your poke and burst damage; pressure waves confidently.
(E) passing through minions enhances root duration; capitalize on this to lock down targets for ADC.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and (E) roots into picks that enable your ADC to follow up safely.
Use disguise and (R) threat to force enemy spacing, denying Xerath's ADC access in fights.
Set river vision and coordinate with your ADC to secure dragon and objective setups after winning lane fights.