This server is called All Outta Blocks SMP and it is a chill community survival world. It is built by the players and for the players and you can really tell that the community runs the place.
The server tries to feel like normal vanilla Minecraft. It uses a few cosmetic and quality of life plugins that the players vote on. The owners only add stuff if the community actually wants it. The main idea is to keep the classic vanilla feeling but still be able to grow and add new things over time.
The world is kind of like Hermitcraft. There is a diamond based economy and a shopping district where players can set up shops. There are public builds and big projects that everyone can work on together. Most people use proximity chat so talking in game feels more real and funny.
The community is pretty active with players on throughout the day and a bigger group of regulars who hang out a lot. It is whitelisted and only for players who are 18 or older so it is made for adults who want a more mature place to play.
If you want a server that feels like a friendly long term world where the community decides what gets added this one is a good pick.
All Outta Blocks 18+ Proximity SMP
Lifesteal Anarchy With Zero Resets
I found a server called MinecraftOffline and it is all about lifesteal and anarchy survival.
It runs on version 1.21.11 so it feels up to date. The play style is pretty wild since you can fight a lot and the lifesteal part makes every fight feel risky.
It also has a zero reset policy so worlds are meant to stay. It is hosted in Finland which should be nice for players in Europe.
They also say it uses custom plugins and the server is running on strong hardware so it should handle busy moments better.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCozy Semi Vanilla Java SMP
Cozy hangout serverlaid back multiplayerrelaxed smp vibesSemi-vanilla survivalVanilla-style gameplay
I found a simple cozy SMP that is semi vanilla and runs on Java.
It feels like a straightforward place where you just join in and play survival with other people. The whole point is keeping it cozy and easy to get into.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCozy Vanilla Build SMP With Events
This is a cozy build SMP based in the UK and it still pulls in players from other time zones.
It stays close to vanilla survival and only uses a couple small quality of life tweaks to make building nicer without changing the main vanilla feel.
The community is active and welcoming and it is looking for long term buddies who like building and just hanging out.
There is an event team that runs events pretty often and they also do cozy movie nights every Sunday plus other activities.
Simple Voice Chat is used so talking in game feels more natural and the Discord is active with lots of voice calls and chats.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOnetale Civilization Factions Alpha Launch
animal care systemcivilization style serverFresh World Startorganized rank ladderseasonal crop system
Onetale is a civilization style survival server made by Sir Ezran who you might know from Ish videos. It is built around community so people actually need each other to do well.
It is plugin based and it also uses a client modpack. Mobs are buffed and can even spawn during the day so it can feel more dangerous.
Mining is different because there are custom mines for iron gold and diamonds and they can cave in sometimes. Towny is used for claiming and there is claim upkeep so you cannot just grab everything forever.
Farming is also custom with seasons and crops that depend on the biome. Animals are not just free food either because you have to feed them and take care of them.
The server is getting ready for the Alpha 3 release on Feb 15. There are factions like Starfall plus other groups you can check out like Golden Heart and Black Crucible.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPZest Creative Citybuild Roleplay World
Anti grief screeningApplication gated accessHelpful build commandsmap based claimsStaff often online
Zest Creative is a city build server with a long running tight knit community. The world uses a very large custom terrain map and people build together all the time.
You can do optional geopolitical roleplay with lore and worldbuilding. If you want in you can mark a claim and staff will put it on the map so your story can start. You can also mark towns and settlements too. If roleplay is not your thing you can just build and chill since it is totally optional.
There is a short application before you can join and it is mainly to filter out griefers. After that you can get access to world edit and other helpful commands. The rules are laid back and there are events once in a while. Staff and players are often online to chat and help critique builds and team up on big projects.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP