I found Broomstix SMP and it is a hard difficulty server that works for both Java and Bedrock players. It runs on the latest version with backwards compatibility so people can still get in.
The server has custom enchantments and a cool trick where you can put a lead on mobs to teleport them. There is land claiming with ProtectionStones and the rules say no grief so your builds can stay safe.
There is a bartering economy system plus server shops and a public market. You can also use homes and private messaging and player teleport commands so it is easy to meet up.
PvP is mostly in an exclusive main arena and you keep inventory there. Random teleport is allowed in the overworld and every Sunday you get free fly in the overworld.
The community stuff is strong too with Minecraft and Discord integration and responsive staff. They even do homework help on Discord and there are voting ranks and rewards and tutorial warps.
Broomstix SMP Creative Crossplay Hub
Laurion Crossplay Factions Lore SMP
Chill staff teamEconomy simulation systemExploration heavy worldKingdom building warLong-term seasons
Laurion is a brand new crossplay server that is launching in about a week. It is built around factions style kingdoms with a big focus on lore and story so players can make their mark.
The server tries to feel deep but not scary. It has a claim system that replaces the usual hard to use stuff and it uses menus and GUIs so managing land is simple.
The economy is meant to stay fresh because prices react to supply and demand all the time. Resources are not treated like they last forever so the market can change fast.
The world is not boring vanilla generation. It is described as beautiful with big views that feel ready for your nation to explore and conquer. Staff and the community are said to be welcoming and there is detailed documentation to help you learn the plugins.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPHermit Style SMP With Proximity Chat
This is a community centered survival server that is made by the players for the players. It is going for that Hermit style vibe with a diamond economy and a shopping district.
People also work on public builds and bigger projects together. A lot of players use proximity chat so it feels more alive when you run into someone.
The server tries to stay close to vanilla but it also has homes and some cosmetic and quality of life or fun plugins. New stuff gets added from community requests and polls.
It is Java only on Minecraft 1.21.11. It is whitelisted and it is 18 plus only.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPBluest Network Fantasy Modded Nations
chill survival nightscommunity hangout serverconquest campaign playcustom fantasy worldnation building play
Bluest Network is a modded fantasy Minecraft server that just went public. It feels like more than a normal SMP because people are here to chill and meet new players while still having big adventures.
The world is built around fantasy stuff like dragons and magic. Players can make their own nations and then team up or fight. There are wars and conquests and alliances so the politics can get wild.
It seems good for roleplay or for anyone who wants to build up a strong nation. You can also just relax and play with others if you do not want to get dragged into every fight.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPWhitelisted Vanilla SMP With Events
Ordinary SMP is a vanilla survival server on Java 1.21.11 and it stays up to date with the newest stuff. It is whitelisted so the community stays respectful and fun.
The server feels tight knit and friendly and people like to build together on big community projects. If someone messes with your builds they use Ledger to check what happened so griefing or stealing can be investigated.
It also has BlueMap so you can see the world on a live map. There is Simple VoiceChat for talking in game and an AudioPlayer for custom audio. Dragons can drop elytra too.
There is a custom resource pack with cosmetics trophies and event rewards with a HermitCraft inspired vibe. They also run server wide events like PvP battles build contests and huge group projects.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCave-Only Semi-Anarchy Survival Season 2
CaveMC is a semi anarchy survival server that feels like vanilla but tougher. The wild part is the entire overworld is underground so there is no surface at all. It is just caves forever with biomes resources and structures all down there.
Season 2 is live with a fresh start and more stuff to do. Survival is brutal and you have to be smart to make it.
They also added a big expansion called the Wasteland Dimension. It has new gear to fight over huge mega structures with secrets and a unique currency that pushes a player driven economy. There is also a new spawn and the dimension uses custom generated terrain with special features.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP