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Pyke vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Pyke vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use brush control and (W) stealth to threaten hooks and deny Xerath's poke angles.
Coordinate engages when ADC can follow up quickly to punish Xerath's immobility.
Prioritize river vision to track Xerath's roam attempts and secure dragon setups.

Trading pattern

Hide (Q) hook threat in brush to create surprise engage angles for ADC follow-up.
Hold (E) stun to cut off Xerath's escape after hook pulls enemy in.
Avoid forcing trades if (Q) misses or (E) is used forward without ADC ready to follow.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun as a key self-peel tool that can punish overextensions.
Avoid engaging when (R) ultimate is active due to long-range follow-up damage.
Watch for Xerath charging (Q); back off to avoid poke and prevent ADC zoning.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing (Q) hook plus (E) stun with ADC burst follow-up.
Deny Xerath's poke by controlling brush and forcing him to use (Q) defensively.
After wave crash, use (W) stealth to roam mid or deep river, ensuring ADC safety before leaving.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (Q) hook plus (E) stun, enabling strong engage windows with ADC burst.
Level 3 grants (W) stealth, increasing roam threat and brush control for picks.
Level 6 ultimate resets amplify kill pressure; engage only with confirmed ADC follow-up and river vision.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and hook pressure into denied Xerath ADC positioning and forced recalls.
Use wave crash timing to roam mid or secure river vision, punishing Xerath's immobility.
Coordinate level 6 all-ins with ADC near river or dragon to snowball fights with execute resets.

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

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup