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Xerath vs Orianna MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Orianna

Xerath vs Orianna

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Xerath is a long-range artillery mage who must use Q and W to pressure Orianna and deny her safe scaling.
Maintain lane pressure early to prevent Orianna from comfortably controlling the lane with her ball and setting up teamfights.

Trading pattern

Trade primarily with Q poke, using W to slow Orianna and land Q more easily.
Hold E defensively to peel or only use it if you are confident it will stun Orianna.
Punish Orianna's ability cooldowns, especially when her Orianna Q is down or Orianna E shield is on cooldown.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Orianna's Orianna R is available; avoid clumping to reduce shockwave impact.
Avoid engaging if you have recently missed E or are charging Q, as you are vulnerable to Orianna's retaliation.
Position carefully to not get flanked or all-in pressured due to Xerath's immobility.

Early game

Use Q and W to poke Orianna before she gets her shield and ball control established.
Respect Orianna's Orianna E shield when trading but punish her longer Orianna Q cooldown early.
Avoid wasting E unless you can guarantee a stun to prevent being vulnerable after missing it.

Power spikes

Major power spikes: Xerath's level 6 R and first completed mana/AP item.
Respect Orianna's level 6 Orianna R and first completed mage item as key danger spikes.

Win conditions

Use your superior poke with Q and W to deny Orianna safe farming and scaling.
Leverage your level 6 R for long-range pressure and map influence.
Maintain spacing and use E for self-peel to survive Orianna's all-in attempts and outpoke her in lane.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup