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Vel'Koz vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath

Vel'Koz vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use long-range (Q) angles to pressure while maintaining brush control for engage safety.
Prioritize ADC access by denying Xerath's poke angles and protecting against his (E) stun.
Control river vision to enable safe roams and prevent Xerath's mid pressure post-level 6.

Trading pattern

Use split (Q) angles layered with (W) to pressure without overcommitting your (E).
Hold (E) for peel or guaranteed knockup, especially when (E) is on cooldown.
Engage only when ADC can follow immediately and brush or wave state supports it.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun cooldown and position to avoid his poke follow-up on your ADC.
Watch for Xerath's ultimate (R) channel; avoid committing during its duration.
Be cautious when brush control is lost, as Xerath can angle poke and stun through fog to threaten your ADC.

Early game

Track level 2 closely to combine (Q) poke and (E) knockup with ADC follow-up.
Deny side brush to limit Xerath's engage and poke angles.
Coordinate wave crash with ADC before roaming to avoid leaving them vulnerable to Xerath's poke.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (Q)+(E) combo, enabling strong poke and peel windows.
Level 3 completes your full poke pattern; use it to pressure Xerath and force back his ADC.
Level 6 ultimate burst combos well with ADC follow-up for potent all-ins or disengages.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and poke pressure into denied enemy ADC positioning and safer ADC access.
Use river vision and wave state to create roam windows for mid pressure or dragon setups.
Leverage your (E) peel and (R) burst with ADC follow-up to secure favorable 2v2 fights and objective control.

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

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup