I'll chime in... I love Escudo.
First off: I don't think the "Fold and Stuff" method would be the method of choice.
The reason being is the overall assembly of the coins.
Second: I would recommend either of two methods of preparation. Both "Rub Out" and "Cube Cut" work very well.
Here is how I prepare and pack: I start by pulling it apart by layers. Then either cut with small scissors into small cubes or rub it out... that's dependent on the L factor... "Lazy". (Sometimes I will allow it to dry for a half hour or so, others I'll pack straight away.)(Using my preparation saucer as my surface I'll sometimes add a pinch of Perique when I desire a bit of extra kick.)(The dark solid center: I like to crush to a fine powder, then fluff the tobacco thoroughly to mix the center through out.)
After preparation, I gravity fill the bowl to the top and press it down very gently and gravity fill again and press a little more firmly so the bowl is loosely filled.
It can be a bit difficult to get a good "True Light", but once you have a good ember, tamp and puff/sip, tamp and puff/sip... ad infinitum... Good stuff!
