Anarchy Network is a semi anarchy server that tries to feel like real vanilla survival. It opened on October 11th 2024 and it runs all day and all night.
You can join with a lot of different Java versions from 1.7.2 up to 1.21.10 but they say 1.21.10 is best so stuff does not bug out. The world border is huge and goes out to 2 million blocks so there is tons of space to explore build and fight.
The server has no map resets and no teleporting so you actually have to travel. There is no pay to win at all. Griefing is allowed. Pvp is allowed. You are basically free to do what you want. The only non vanilla thing you can do is use spawn so players really far away are not stuck forever. Nether roof access is allowed and phantoms are removed and only half the people online are needed to skip the night.
There are a few rules so the server does not get ruined. Exploits and lag machines are not allowed. Duping is not allowed. Spamming is not allowed. Harassment and racial slurs in chat are not allowed either.
If you want a mostly vanilla world with chaos and very few rules this server feels like a cool place to try.
Anarchy Network Semi-Vanilla Chaos

HoneyBlossom SMP When Minecraft Feels Fresh

HoneyBlossom SMP is a vanilla plus survival server for 18+ players that wants Minecraft to feel fun again. It is cross play for Java and Bedrock and it is built around a friendly group that actually talks to each other and helps out when you ask questions.
The server has no resets and it is hosted on the US east coast but players come from all over. The vibe is positive and welcoming and it is LGBT+ friendly. They use plugins that add quality of life but still keep the game feeling like normal Minecraft.
You can use claims to protect your stuff and there is player teleport plus one home. There are separate resource worlds including a Nether resource world. You also get night vision and there is a pvp toggle so you can keep it chill if you want.
It supports Simple Voice Chat and the server runs events like End events for new players and a Valentines build event. They also just updated to Mounts of Mayhem and they are planning even more events and new ideas for pvp. Verification is done through Discord.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPHarsh Geopolitics Survival in Golden Nations

Golden Nations is a harsh survival server where players build nations and fight over land. It is all about diplomacy war economy and plain survival. The world is made to feel serious and unforgiving.
It runs on Minecraft 1.21.11 and the map starts at 5000 by 5000 then expands as more people join. You can join on any version because of ViaBackward.
Travel is slower and more important since there are no elytras. There are also no villagers so you cannot spam easy trades. Crafting is harder with custom recipes and netherite crafting is kept strict with no shortcuts.
The server pushes building and logistics. Roads make you walk faster and powered rails make minecarts go faster too so nations that build good infrastructure get an edge.
There are custom systems like a grindstone rework that lets you pull enchantments into books. Farming is reworked for realism and balance. Fishing has custom drops with rare catches. You can also silk touch spawners to move them for defenses and builds.
Maces are limited with only 10 on the whole server. Each player can craft just one and enchantments are restricted so they feel like real legendary items.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCrobat SMP Vanilla PVP Economy

Crobat SMP is a vanilla survival server with PVP and an economy. It feels like a small community server since it has a max of 20 players online at once.
People are looking for more players to join and help shape how the server feels. Clans or factions might happen later so it could grow into something bigger over time.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSlug SMP Vanilla Survival With Voice Chat

I found Slug SMP and it is a fully vanilla survival server. It is pretty simple and it is just regular Minecraft with people trying to live and build.
It also has simple voice chat so you can talk while you play. The community is around ages 15 or 16 and they want people to be normal and not creepy.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPClassic Casual SMP Survival 1.21.8

Casual Minecraft is a survival SMP that sticks to the classic Minecraft feel. It is made for people who just want to play the game without a bunch of extra stuff getting in the way.
The community vibe is friendly and it feels like a place where players build together explore and help each other out. It works for veterans and also for players who are starting fresh.
There is optional proximity chat if you want more immersion while you play. The server is also looking for trusted players and skilled builders to help design the spawn region and leave something cool behind.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP
