 In about the end of the 18th century his Karangasem helpers established him on the throne of Klungkung.Dewa Agung Putra I appears to have been a strong leader but fell in a minor war in Bangli in 1809.He left a son, Dewa Agung Putra II (r. 1814-1850) and a daughter and co-regent, Dewa Agung Istri Kanya.