I should probably have phrased that better. My point was just that they tend to treat the canon almost as they would history. Many fans (not referring to anyone on particular) tend to insist that SW follow a degree of continuity that would makes sense had it been real, but which would only be convoluted in a fictional narrative.
E.g. the whole Snoke is Plageuis thing would be a poor narrative choice
I respectfully disagree. Having the plan of who we regard as the greatest Sith Lord in galactic history to be part of a much larger scheme would give the entire Saga more gravitas. Not only that Plagueis’ midichlorian manipulation (they could call manipulation of the Living Force if they wanted to distance themselves from the PT) could make Plagueis/Snoke the most malignant villain we’ve seen in the Saga.
It’s better than having him be some random guy who just waited for Palpatine to fall in order to rise to power. Would make him look like a bitch. Now if Snoke is some other pres established character I wouldn’t mind that all too much.
not to mention very confusing to casual viewers.
Most casual viewers should know Plagueis from Palpatine’s teaching in ROTS.