To be honest, I don’t like the idea of there being someone like Snoke to begin with, which is part of why I didn’t work him into my alternate storyline very well.
Good point too. Now I’m imaging a Snoke-less TFA where Kylo Ren seeks training in the Dark Side but really has no options. He speaks to Vader’s helmet hoping and praying that his grandfather will give him guidance, but alas, nothing. Luke is the only Jedi Master, so he’s conflicted. Redeem himself to the light and get full on training or struggle with the Dark Side and seek other outlets that could improve himself.