Laying, or drawing a compass round is the act of creating a tool for focus and to create a boundary, a temple for magic. Thus, the compass is used to contain positive energy and to keep out negative energy.

The Traditional Crafter considers all ground to be sacred, thus the laying of a compass is not considered always necessary. However, a compass can be an aid for concentration before working magic, ritual, and meditation.

A fire for a compass (candles, fireplace) is lit with matches, preferably wooden marches and not a cigarette lighter.