
XerathRunes
Best Xerath runes for LoL Patch 26.11 - First Strike from the Inspiration tree with Sorcery secondary (68.8% WR, 0.2% pick rate). Xerath's optimal primary runes are First Strike, Cash Back, Triple Tonic, Cosmic Insight. Secondary tree: Manaflow Band, Scorch.
Primary Tree
Inspiration
First StrikeAttacks or abilities against an enemy champion within 0.25s of entering champion combat grant 10 gold and First Strike for 3 seconds, causing you to deal
Cooldown:
Cash BackGet 7.5% Gold back when you purchase Legendary Items.
Triple TonicUpon reaching level 3, gain an Elixir of Avarice.
Upon reaching level 6, gain an Elixir of Force.
Upon reaching level 9, gain an Elixir of Skill.
Cosmic Insight+
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Manaflow BandHitting an enemy champion with an ability permanently increases your maximum mana by 25, up to 250 mana.
After reaching 250 bonus mana, restore 1% of your missing mana every 5 seconds.
Cooldown: 15 seconds
ScorchYour next damaging ability hit sets champions on fire dealing 20 - 40 bonus magic damage based on level after 1s.
Cooldown: 10s
Primary Tree
Sorcery
Arcane CometDamaging a champion with an ability hurls a comet at their location, dealing increased damage based on distance.
Cooldown: 20 - 8s
Damage amplification scales up to 100% at 750 range.
Axiom ArcanistYour Ultimate has 12% increased damage, healing, and shielding.
(AoE damage is reduced to a 8% increase)
Scoring a takedown on an enemy champion reduces your Ultimate's current cooldown by 7%.
Absolute FocusWhile above 70% health, gain an
Grants 1.8 Attack Damage or 3 Ability Power at level 1.
ScorchYour next damaging ability hit sets champions on fire dealing 20 - 40 bonus magic damage based on level after 1s.
Cooldown: 10s
Presence of MindDamaging an enemy champion restores 6-50 (80% for ranged) mana or 6 energy.
Takedowns restore 15% of your maximum mana or energy.
Cooldown for damage restoration: 8s
Cut DownDeal 8% more damage to champions who have more than 60% health.
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Xerath Runes - Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Xerath runes in patch 26.11?
The best Xerath runes in patch 26.11 use the Inspiration tree with First Strike, Cash Back, Triple Tonic, and Cosmic Insight, and the Sorcery tree with Manaflow Band and Scorch. This rune setup achieves a 68.8% win rate with a 0.2% pick rate.
What is the win rate for Xerath's best rune page?
Xerath's best rune page has a 68.8% win rate in patch 26.11, which is +18.3% compared to Xerath's average win rate. This rune setup has a 0.2% pick rate among Xerath players.
What keystone should I use on Xerath?
First Strike from the Inspiration tree is the best keystone rune for Xerath in patch 26.11. This keystone synergizes well with Xerath's kit and provides a 68.8% win rate.
What is Xerath's primary rune tree?
Xerath's primary rune tree is Inspiration. The optimal Inspiration runes for Xerath are First Strike, Cash Back, Triple Tonic, and Cosmic Insight, with First Strike being the keystone of choice.
What is Xerath's secondary rune tree?
Xerath's best secondary rune tree is Sorcery. The recommended Sorcery runes are Manaflow Band and Scorch, which complement Xerath's Inspiration primary tree.
What are alternative rune setups for Xerath?
An alternative Xerath rune setup uses Arcane Comet from the Sorcery tree. This alternate build may be preferred in certain matchups or playstyles. Check the alternative rune page above for full details including win rate and pick rate.
How popular are Xerath's runes?
Xerath's top rune page has a 0.2% pick rate in patch 26.11. This indicates that 0.2% of Xerath players use the First Strike setup with Inspiration and Sorcery trees.



































