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Zed vs Xerath MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zed vs Xerath

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Zed is a high-agency assassin who wants to pressure Xerath early and punish his immobility.
Focus on denying Xerath's poke and scaling by forcing close fights and avoiding prolonged poke exchanges.

Trading pattern

Use W + E for guaranteed damage, then Q to finish trades and R for all-in bursts.
Respect Xerath E stun and avoid engaging when it is up; punish cooldown windows.
Dodge Xerath Q to reduce damage taken and create openings for trades.

Danger windows

Avoid engaging when Xerath's Xerath E stun is available.
Respect Xerath R ultimate for long-range follow-up after level 6.
Missing W + E combo or using W carelessly can leave Zed vulnerable to counterattacks.

Early game

Avoid extended trades before level 3 as Zed is vulnerable to Xerath's poke and stun.
Use W + E + Q combo post level 3 to engage quickly before Xerath can react.
Punish Xerath when he misses Xerath E or overextends charging Xerath Q.

Power spikes

Zed's major spikes: level 3 (W-E-Q combo), level 6 (R), and first lethality item.
Xerath's major spikes: level 6 (R) and first completed mana/AP item, requiring cautious approach.

Win conditions

Use high mobility and burst to close distance and kill Xerath before he can poke safely.
Punish Xerath's immobility and cooldowns by forcing all-ins post level 3 and level 6.
Deny Xerath's scaling by preventing him from safely farming or hitting poke spells consistently.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup