Despite being in Germany for the duration of the revolt, Charles played an important role in quelling it via communication and orders to Regent Adrian.
One of the most influential decisions Charles made was to appoint two new Spanish co-regents to govern Castile: The Royal Council had functionally run the country during the period following King Philip I.
However, it was not well regarded among the common people since the government often ineffectively stood by while nobles illegally expanded their domain through threats of force.
Le Sauvage obtained in December 1517 the right to collect duties on the export of almonds and dried fruits, a position formerly held by the ruler of Granada.
The monied elite had been treated well under the regime of Ferdinand and Isabella but then saw its standing decay under the Royal Council to the most powerful nobles.