Xerath vs Katarina · Mid lane matchup
Core game plan
Xerath must constantly watch out for Katarina's dashes; once she gets close, it's hard to fight. Even with Exhaust, it's difficult to fully suppress her. At the same skill level, it's a passive matchup.
Strength by game time
Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights
4:6.
4:6.
4:6.
4:6.
5:5.
Use W at level 1 to poke and push, but Katarina can dodgeWait for Katarina to use E before retaliating with your spellsBeware of Katarina's level 6 all-in; take Exhaust for burstMid-game, control wave and ward to avoid ganksIn teamfights, keep distance and poke Katarina with spells
Detailed breakdown
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