Xerath vs Aurora MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath vs Aurora

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Xerath is a long-range artillery mage who must leverage superior poke and wave control to pressure Aurora's lower range and mobility reliance.
Maintain lane pressure to deny Aurora safe farming and prevent her from setting up picks with her mobility and burst.

Trading pattern

Start trades by landing W to slow Aurora, then follow up with Q for poke damage.
Punish Aurora after she uses Aurora W, as she loses her quick escape and becomes vulnerable.
Avoid using E aggressively unless you are certain to land the stun, as missing it forces you to play back.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Aurora's Aurora W is available, as she can dodge skillshots and reposition for burst all-ins.
Avoid overextending when Xerath's E is on cooldown, as it is his key self-peel tool.
After charging Q, Xerath is vulnerable; use this time to reposition safely and avoid Aurora's burst.

Early game

Use Q and W to poke Aurora frequently, exploiting her low range and dodging Aurora E to avoid counter trades.
Hold E defensively to protect against Aurora's burst attempts, especially after she uses Aurora W for repositioning.
Avoid close fights where Aurora's mobility and burst can punish Xerath's immobility.

Power spikes

Xerath's major spikes are level 6 with R and after completing his first mana/AP item.
Aurora's major spikes are level 6 with her ultimate and after her first AP burst item; respect these windows by playing cautiously.
Positioning and cooldown management around these spikes are crucial for maximizing Xerath's damage and survival.

Win conditions

Win by consistently poking with Q and W to keep Aurora low and unable to farm safely.
Use R post-level 6 to extend poke pressure and assist in map control.
Deny Aurora's all-in windows by respecting her mobility cooldowns and using E defensively to survive burst attempts.