Faithfully and respectfully portrayed most major historical figures appeared in the series. A good balance of both historical facts and intriguing minor details with sound historical base. The costumes are appropriate to the characters and some were even directly derived from the portraits done by Titian and other painters of that time.
It is reasonable that other important event that didn't directly pertain to Carlos are downplayed in the series (For example, the grandfather of Carlos, Emperor Maximilian didn't even appear, even though his death was a crucial event to Carlos' ascension to Imperial throne). Combat scenes were few, despite Carlos' extensive military career in the Italian Wars against France. It is also important to bear in mind that with the focus of this series on the main protagonist, Carlos I (Charles V), his life, and his kingship,
It is reasonable that other important event that didn't directly pertain to Carlos are downplayed in the series (For example, the grandfather of Carlos, Emperor Maximilian didn't even appear, even though his death was a crucial event to Carlos' ascension to Imperial throne). Combat scenes were few, despite Carlos' extensive military career in the Italian Wars against France. It is also important to bear in mind that with the focus of this series on the main protagonist, Carlos I (Charles V), his life, and his kingship,