AussieSMP is a survival server hosted in Sydney and it feels like a small chill world where people actually know each other. It is whitelisted so you have to send in an application before you can join. This helps keep out griefers and people who do not fit the server vibe so builds feel safe and the community stays friendly.
The gameplay is mostly vanilla and the owner really tries not to change core mechanics like villagers or terrain. There are a few quality of life things like teleport commands and ways to protect your stuff so you do not have to worry as much about griefing.
The server also has features that make trading between players easier. There is a shopping area with player made shops and diamonds are used as the main currency so the economy feels simple and clear. If you want totally pure vanilla this is not it but if you like survival with a light economy and teleports it fits really well.
Because the server is hosted in Australia players from Australia and New Zealand usually get really good ping. People from other parts of the world can still join but their ping might be higher and time zones might make it a bit quiet sometimes. Overall it feels like a relaxed survival place that is always looking for new players who want to be part of the community.
AussieSMP Whitelisted Survival Australia
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DreSociety is running a huge Maze Runner style event with up to 100 players. You can choose to be a runner and explore the maze or stay in the glade and gather resources to help everyone else.
The maze gets scary at night and there are creatures out there. If you go in you might not find a way back out.
They have hosted big civilization seasons before and now they are switching it up with this maze event. They also plan mini events while the server is active to keep things interesting.
The server uses Simple Voicechat and a custom Griever mod. They care a lot about their community and they want new people to apply and join in.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPThe Garden SMP Towny Roleplay Adventures
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It uses Towny so you can settle a town and protect your builds. You can make chest shops to sell goods and there is no forced economy. There is also a Devotions system where you can be a priest cultist or devoted worshipper of a god and get rewarded for piety. Multiverse is there so you can explore your gods realm and there are lots of quality of life features too.
The server says it is not pay to win and it is a passion project. Staff are active and attentive and the community is a small thriving group.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTowny Style Vanilla Realm SMP
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You join and then you pick the Earth SMP option to get in.
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It works for both Java and Bedrock so more people can play together.
The community is friendly and they really want new players to join. If you like building exploring grinding PvP or just vibing you will fit in.
The server has been kind of quiet lately so they are hoping more players jump in and help bring the world back to life.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP