I like this guide, in terms of detail, but the lack of coding makes it pretty boring to read tbh.
I'm not downvoting this, nor am I upvoting this, but when you add the code, I would definitely give you an upvote~~

That's true. I've been toying with the build a little, and depending on if they try to focus me or not, is whether or not I get health items. Sorc shoes, Rabadon, Liandry's, and void staff are my core items, but I've been switching off from Zhona's, Rylai's and Rod of Ages depending on circumstances.

You're right about Deathfire, I never use the active because range is usually too short, but the CD reduction is nice. Because of short range is the same reason I never go ignite on Xerath anymore. Cleanse has helped me immensely when people try to finish me off with ignite and stuns.

I really love the fact that late game, Xerath normally has about 68-70% physical damage reduction.

Yeah, for additional AP the hourglass is solid, As xerath isn't really an initiator, deathfire didn't really shine.

Pretty good guide, but I made a few changes on the build and I ended up going 21-2 with him.
Can't see my full build but I went Sorc shoes, Rabadon, Liandry's Torment, Void Staff, Zhona's Hourglass, and Deathfire Grasp.

I'd definitely go Rylai's under most circumstances, but with Xerath's range, sometimes they're afraid (or can't) engage you in team fights.

Not sure how to mark this as a "Full Guide" rather than a "Build". If anyone knows, please reply. Thanks. OP