This is a chill survival SMP that feels a lot like Hermitcraft. There is a diamond based economy and a shopping district plus public builds and group projects. The world is mostly vanilla but they use some quality of life and cosmetic plugins that the community votes on.
The server is whitelisted and it is for 18 plus players only. It runs on Minecraft Java 1.21.10. There are homes and player warps and also proximity chat so talking to people nearby feels natural.
From what I can tell the community is pretty active. There are usually a few to a bunch of people on every day and a lot more players in the overall group. It feels like an oversized friend group that also plays other games together outside of Minecraft.
The goal of the server is to keep the normal vanilla feel while still growing and adding new stuff if the players want it. It is made by the players for the players and they are always looking for more people who want to join and hang out.
All Outta Blocks 18+ Proximity SMP

Rotating Modpacks PvP With Fair Rules

I found a server that runs modpacks and then switches to a new pack every few months. People vote on the next pack so it feels like the community picks what happens next.
There is pvp with rules that try to keep it fair. If you do not want to fight you can avoid pvp and still have fun.
They also do not allow player raids so your builds can stay safe. Builders are welcome and it sounds like they really like when people make the world look nice.
A new pack is about to start since Soulrend won the pack vote.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPulsar SMP Semi Vanilla Survival Fun

Pulsar SMP is a semi vanilla survival server that feels like it is built around the community. It looks like a place where you can play seriously or just chill and still fit in.
The server has good moderation and they say there is no admin abuse. They also run frequent events and competitions so there is usually something going on.
There is a custom plugin with 10 elemental swords and you can get rewards for completing advancements. If you like pvp building or casual survival this server seems like it has room for you.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPRattata SMP Pure Vanilla Survival

Rattata SMP is a 16 plus community survival server that tries to stay as close to vanilla as possible. It is run on Paper and it supports both Java and Bedrock players.
The rules are simple. Do not grief and use common sense. There is no teleporting and there are no changed loot tables or custom world generation so it feels like normal Minecraft.
It runs on hard difficulty and has 33 percent player sleep. There is a live map. It is whitelist only. Simple voice mod is optional. Core Protect is there too with /co i. The server launched Dec 26th.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSylvaria SMP Crossplay Survival Economy

Sylvaria is a survival server that wants a real community and not random toxic chaos. It opened in late November and it already has a steady group of regular players. They are still trying to grow and bring in more builders and friendly people.
Progression is based on playtime so you rank up just by playing. As you move up you can unlock more homes warps perks and prestige. It also says there are no pay to win shortcuts.
The economy is meant to feel balanced. You can make money from jobs quests voting events and playtime. Player shops are a big deal and the server tries to keep inflation under control so effort matters.
There are quests on daily weekly and monthly timers. The server also runs seasonal events and challenges. For protection it uses claiming so your builds stay safe and borders are visible.
There is a main survival world for living and building. There is also a resource world that resets so you can keep gathering. The borders are tuned to keep exploring meaningful. It supports both Java and Bedrock so friends on different platforms can play together.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPDurian SMP Vanilla Launch Soon

Durian SMP is a brand new server that is about to open soon. It is planned for Minecraft 1.21.11 and they are still gathering players right now.
From what I saw it is almost completely vanilla. It has optional Simple Voice Chat if you want it and it also uses some server side performance mods.
The community sounds small but friendly and growing. The server is expected to open in about 2 to 7 days so it feels like a good time to get in early.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP
