The crew of the PLD is dedicated to creating quality content with regards to all things related to firearms and the 2nd Amendment. Our content ranges from gun and gear reviews, ballistic science, and news pertaining to the 2nd Amendment.

While we partner with many companies, we pride ourselves on our objective perspectives and unbiased opinions. We cannot and will not be bought!

We always strive to improve ourselves and the channel. We have humble beginnings, much like our forefathers, but we also dream of greatness through hard labor.

The Phantom Llama’s Den (PLD) began in 2021 as a small, eclectic YouTube channel where Matt showcased everything from some firearms content to having fun with friends; from working on his car to video gaming; from building computers to having in-depth Star Wars discussions.

Over time Matt realized how deep his passion was for making firearm content, and the decision to evolve PLD into what you see now began! All (or at least most) of the non-firearm/2A content has been moved to our secondary channel, “PLD Fun ‘n Games”, allowing the channel to be streamlined to a ‘Gun Channel’.

Over time, the PLD team has grown. Matt is now joined often by Aaron, as well as Logan and Steve (SCIENCE!).

As our channel and community continues to grow, we are so thankful for everyone’s support. Without our “Den Members”- our viewers and subscribers- none of this would be possible. Honestly, we’re still blown away that we have over 1,000 subscribers.

Here’s to the future!

Matt has always been a firm believer in the notion that nicknames are not chosen by yourself; they are given to you.

Nearly 20 years ago, Matt was really into playing a WW2 Half-Life Mod titled "Day of Defeat". After successfully holding off virtual wave after wave of attacks from the opposing team on a flag, Matt found his name had been changed and locked in as...Phantom Llama. The name ultimately stuck.

After the match, the server owner (a Desert Storm Vet) took time to explain to Matt that he had been infuriating in that match- that he thought he had been hacking with invisibility (until he spectated him). He also said that Matt's ability truly caught him off-guard. In the end- he named Matt "Phantom Llama" because of this.

It was only afterward that Matt discovered that llamas are widely used as defensive creatures against predators- an unexpected protector that is otherwise peaceful.

It's so easy to help support the PLD!

• First and foremost, your views, likes, and comments drive more traffic and make everything else possible.

• Check out our Homepage. We have a sort of ‘e-mail list’ that provides completely free bonus, behind-the-scenes content.

• We here at the "Den" strive for excellence. That said- we also know we are far from perfect. Everyone has room for growth and learning. If you have suggestions, recommendations, or video ideas, let us know!

Thank you again for all of the support!