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Xerath vs Maokai SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Maokai

Xerath vs Maokai

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) and (W) poke to deny Maokai's brush control and sapling vision.
Protect ADC by holding (E) stun for (W) root engage.
Control river vision to limit (R) engage angles and roam threat.

Trading pattern

Use (Q) poke combined with (W) slow to zone Maokai and set up ADC follow-up.
Hold (E) stun defensively to peel (W) root or interrupt (R) engage.
Deny brush access before Maokai stacks saplings to reduce his engage angles.

Danger windows

Respect (W) root timing when his ADC can follow up for all-in threat.
Avoid face-checking brush with saplings to prevent Maokai's vision denial and surprise engages.
Beware narrow river paths where (R) can root and trap your ADC.

Early game

Win level 2 by coordinating poke with ADC before Maokai gets (W)+(Q) engage.
Deny Maokai brush with saplings by clearing it early to reduce his engage threat.
Crash wave safely after poke to create roam windows while ADC stays protected.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) unlocks long-range follow-up; use it to punish Maokai's committed engages.
First completed mana/AP item boosts poke damage, increasing pressure on Maokai's engage attempts.
Track Maokai's level 2 (W)+(Q) combo to avoid risky trades without ADC support.

Win conditions

Convert poke and brush control into denied enemy ADC positioning and safer ADC access.
Use (R) ult windows to create picks or force Maokai to hold engage, enabling safer roams.
Establish river vision before dragon fights to prevent (R) engage and secure objective control.

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

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup