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Swain vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Swain vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (E) root threat from brush to create ADC follow-up and zone Xerath's poke.
Control brush to deny Xerath's long-range (Q) and (W) poke angles and protect your ADC.
Engage after level 6 with (R) active to sustain extended fights and punish Xerath's immobility.

Trading pattern

Threaten (E) root from minion angles and only pull when ADC can follow up for burst.
Hold engage cooldowns until Xerath uses (E) stun or misses poke to punish with all-in.
Use (W) slow to secure engage angles and prevent Xerath's disengage or repositioning.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun as his key peel and ADC protection tool.
Avoid extended poke phases when (Q) is charged and (W) slow is available.
Watch for Xerath's level 6 (R) ultimate for long-range follow-up and disengage potential.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing (E)+(Q) root combo with ADC follow-up for early lane dominance.
Deny Xerath brush control to reduce his poke angles and protect your ADC's access to the wave.
Coordinate wave crash with ADC before roaming to maintain lane safety and pressure.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (E)+(Q) root trade, enabling strong engage windows with ADC follow-up.
Level 6 (R) grants sustain and zone control, turning extended fights in your favor.
Post first item spike, Xerath's poke increases; use (E) root to force close fights before he scales.

Win conditions

Convert (E) root picks into burst damage with ADC to deny enemy ADC positioning.
Use brush control and vision to set up dragon fights and deny Xerath's poke angles.
Roam safely after wave crashes with (R) active to impact mid and secure objective control.

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

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup