Following the premise of the original RAP BATTLE and its sequel, RAP BATTLE: tha LEAGUE, RAP BATTLE: tha LEAGUE 2 was sanctioned by Aeon Azuran, and was originally to be hosted by BesaidGuy. However, due to his somewhat unexpected departure from Board 8, hosting duties were taken over by Cokes311. This season will feature eight divisions of four competitors over a five week schedule. Each competitor has three divisional matches and two randomized interdivisional matches. At the end of the five weeks, the four division winners and the four non-division winners with the best record will make the playoffs.