1. The Beast Evolves

Nine new competitors face a Beast that's fiercer than ever, but only two will move on to the first semi-final round in Beastmaster history.

2. Champions Collide

Two champion climbers are joined by a prizefighter, a powerlifter, a dance instructor, a surfer and others in a battle for two spots in the semi-final.

3. Strive for Greatness

A new obstacle called "Rope Burn" challenges the third set of athletes; Two contestants become the last pair to quality for the first semi-final.

4. Semifinal #1

Six qualifiers compete for three spots in the championship final, with a new twist that raises the intensity; One athlete hopes a big gamble pays off.

5. A New Battle Begins

The Beast evolves again with a new obstacle called "Rib Cage Row," and two of nine contenders will grab the first spots in the second semifinal.

6. Overcoming the Odds

The "Crash Pads" return, and a twisty new obstacle greets a group that includes the competition's youngest athlete and a cancer survivor.

7. For the Glory

A group that includes a war hero and a survivor of Rwandan genocide confronts the hungry Beast with the last two semifinal berths at stake.

8. Semifinal #2

With three spots left in the championship final, the second set of semifinalists faces the brutal task of racing through the entire Beast in one run.