Well if you were on LB that means you started out the worst way possible.
First thing you need to understand if you're going to battle here, is that we understand punches and we can read multi-syllabic rhymes just fine w/o any CAPS LOCK or ~~squigglies~~
Other than that. Read battles and verses by guys like @
God Of War, @
Bags, @
ill nik-A @
Orc, @
Beyond, @
Hush, @
J. Metts, @
The Bully, @
Cashius, @
Patrick, @
Seth Scheinberg, @
Allen Knight and try to understand punches, wordplay, nampelays, etc.
Than, use what you've learned from reading some of the best and battle a lot... Against anyone. Join fight nights when they're run, join any tournament you can or just battle guys in the BA.
Join the NBL and 1-2 punch leagues (They're just about over now tho) but u can sign in next seasons for the those leagues as well.
People will vote on your verses and give you more feedback which is essential to your growth in becoming a decent text battler.
Try not to be corny, or obvious with your punches.
But don't be to complex because someone might not understand a reference you make if it isn't clear enough.
Anyway, hope I've helped.
Methamphetamines out boi