Ground rules are laid down, battle rap IQs are sized up, and the first signs of weakness begin to show. Cali Smoov, J2, and Bad Newz set the bar early. Yo Bull Pnut's integrity gets questioned.

Hitman Holla teaches the rookies a lesson about work ethic. Kitchen drama sizzles and the first 2-on-2 battle teams are named. Jay Dat Guy gets called out by Bad Newz.

Battle partners begin bonding and writing for their upcoming battles. Hitman introduces exercises that stress conflict resolution, team-building exercises, memory retention, and freestyle ability. Bad Newz and Mackk Myron prove their worth.

The housing situation gets shaken up. Everyone gets a chance to vent some steam. Aeon Moore expresses the importance of good team chemistry.

Rookies review their 2-on-2 performances with input from veteran battlers Aye Verb and Calicoe. Yogi the God struggles with his weakened memory. Housemate conflicts escalate to the point of consequence: the first elimination battle.

Hitman Holla doles out praise to the rookies, gives Avocados his flowers for the 360-degree camera work, and pulls names for the next matchups. Snake Eyez's problematic behavior is fully addressed. Battlers explain the creative process behind writing bars.

Hitman issues a $2,000 challenge that lets the rookies showcase their pens. Champion-level battler Tay Roc drops in to lead by example.

The battlers get a rude awakening, a gut check, and memories for a lifetime. Hope Trilly reflects on mortality. Four more elimination battles take place in the small room for the first tournament bracket.

After observing how important rebuttals were for the recent elimination battles, Hitman structures the next challenge to expose weaknesses in freestyling, fluidity, and rhythm.

5 more elimination battles go down in tournament bracket #2 with battle rap veterans Shotgun Suge, Calicoe, and ARP (Rare Breed Entertainment) presiding. KD and B Mac throw shots at Jay Dat Guy. Hitman comes bearing gifts.

A $1,000 battle settles an issue that's been brewing since day one. Holla drops another surprise. Cali Smoov tries his hand as a content creator. Pristavia discusses sacrifice. Elimination Bracket #3 is underway with John John da Don and Viixen the Assassin judging.

The $50K competitors are down to the final four. Yogi the God has a score to settle. Ill Will and Viixen the Assassin join in on the most demanding team challenge yet. Hitman Holla uses an event as double duty to give back to his fans and teach the battlers a lesson in humility.

A bonus battle take place for cash on the floor as a opener for the main event: the explosive finale battle for $50K. Special guest judges include Shotgun Suge, ARP, Calicoe, and Jay Blac, and John John da Don.