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MCEssence: Where Vanilla is the only flavor in this SMP server!

Active players, anti-theft, Balanced Economy, Community, discord server, flavor, Friendly, Fun, gameplay, Grief Protection, McEssence, multiplayer, No Griefing, Old-School Minecraft, ONLINE, Plugins, rollback protection, rules, Server, smp, Survival, third season, Vanilla

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MC Essence Server Overview

Server Name	MC Essence
Server Type	Vanilla SMP
Started	2021
Current Season	Season 3
Main Theme	Old school Minecraft
Rules	No griefing or stealing

FAQ

Q: Is MC Essence a vanilla server?

A: Yes, MC Essence is a vanilla SMP server.

Q: Are there any rules on MC Essence?

A: Yes, the main rules are no griefing or stealing.

Q: How can I report griefing or theft on the server?

A: You can report any incidents to the admins through the discord server.

Q: Can I join the server’s discord?

A: Yes, you can join the discord server using this link: https://discord.gg/ba6Wtut9

VanillaPlus

Anarchy, Economy, Hardcore, PvP, Raiding, Survival, Vanilla

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NO LAND CLAIMING | NO GRIEF PREVENTION | NO KEEP INVENTORY | PVP ENABLED | RAIDS We have a protected spawn that you can teleport to trades, meet up with people, or fight to the death against other players. You also can set homes and teleport so that you can easily get around without traveling far distances to get to farms, bases, or friends. On Vanilla Plus, you can experience classic Minecraft, but better! Build an epic base, fight to the death, or hang out. Anything is possible, so come check it out!

play.vanillaplus.net

PlayCDU

FTB, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Skyblock, Survival

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Our Links: Website: https://www.craftdownunder.co Discord: https://discord.gg/playcdu Forums: https://forum.playcdu.co/About Us: To view all 35+ servers that we host and their IPs, head to https://forum.playcdu.co/servers/Craft Down Under is a gaming community that specializes in hosting and playing Minecraft modpacks. Our servers, located in Australia, Germany and the United States, offer a wide variety of modpacks to suit different playstyles and preferences. We’re dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all players, regardless of their skill level, to come together and enjoy the unique experiences that modpacks provide. Join us today and see why Craft Down Under is the go-to destination for Minecraft modpack enthusiasts!

nohub.playcdu.co

JackpotMC

Anarchy, Economy, Factions, LifeSteal, PvP, Raiding, Survival

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JackpotMC is a server focused on PvP game modes, with our latest game mode being Lifesteal SMP. This is a one of kind, unique SMP that allows players to steal hearts from each other. Once a player kills another, they take a heart from them. If you die to a player, you lose a heart to them. Once you’re out of hearts, you’re banned for the rest of the day. With no claims and no rules on griefing, it is a pure Anarchy experience.

play.jackpotmc.com

NAVELYA

PvP

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NAVELYA NETWORK Our server is a server played within the scope of PvP. If you have just started our server, use the (/kit) command. You Can Use It To Kill Other Players And Take Their Sets. You Can Enter Places in the PvP Area and Strengthen Your Set You can review our server. 1.16.5x 1.20.4

play.navelya.net

CedarMC

Cross-Play, Earth, Economy, Factions, LifeSteal, Survival, Towny

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The ZedarMC community is a very friendly one, and our staff is always available to help you. We are also a crossplay network, which means we support Bedrock Edition.ZedarMC has a variety of gamemodes ranging from peaceful to competitive, so you can always have fun and vibe! Survival SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Earth SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Lifesteal SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Oneblock 1.13 – 1.20 Skyblock 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]

Prison 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]IP: ms.zedarmc.com Bedrock Port: 19132 Discord: discord.gg/zedar

ms.zedarmc.com

EYServer

Cross-Play, LifeSteal, Pixelmon, Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Vanilla

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The official Minecraft server for the YouTuber Eystreem who has over 7 million subscribers and 100 million monthly viewers! The server has a Survival SMP gamemode based on update 1.20 with grief protection and a Prison gamemode that contains custom pickaxe enchantments, pets, minions, prison cell islands, and more!Join IP: mcs.eyserver.com (Java and Bedrock)Claim FREE bundle on our store! https://store.eyserver.com

mcs.eyserver.com

Foxcraft

Cross-Play, Economy, OneBlock, Parkour, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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Foxcraft is a Minecraft Server Network that has been around since 2011 and provides it’s playerbase with multiple classic gamemodes like Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Creative, and more! All of our gamemodes feature custom additions to keep things interesting and modern. We also provide custom gamemodes like Kingdoms (a custom take on the popular factions gamemode) and we like to run a wide variety of events.Our gamemodes: – Oneblock – Kingdoms – Skyblock – Prison – Creative – Survival – Parkour [NEW]Player Statistics: https://www.mcfoxcraft.com/stats/ IP: play.foxcraft.net Forums: www.mcfoxcraft.com Store: store.foxcraft.net

pog.foxcraft.net

Dreamerz Network

Anarchy, Economy, LifeSteal, Survival

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play.dreamers.fun

SunRealms

Economy, Mini Games, OneBlock, Prison, PvE, Roleplay, Skyblock

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SunRealms is a server with a very friendly community where staff is always ready to help you on your journey. The server features gamemodes like Generators, Dungeons, Prisons and with more coming soon! » Server IP: mp.sunrealms.net » Bedrock Port: 19132 » Discord: discord.gg/sunrealms – BEDROCK SUPPORTED We are a crossplay network, which means we support both Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. You can play on all devices such as PC, Phone, iPad, Switch, Xbox and more!» Generators » Dungeons » Prison » Coming Soon

ms.SunRealms.net:20001

Ace MC

Cross-Play, Economy, PvE, PvP, Survival, Survival Games, Vanilla

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Welcome to our BRAND NEW 1.20 Survival Server! BEDROCK COMPATIBLE! It’s just been released, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you join us on this incredible journey!IP: mc.acemc.co Bedrock Port: 19132Join our Discord community at discord.acemc.org and become a part of the Ace MC family. We’re not just a server; we’re a place where you can make new friends, create your very own warps, find your dream job, build your wealth, unwind, and simply have a blast! We’d love for you to be one of our original pioneers and experience the magic from the very beginning.If you’re in search of the perfect place to enjoy pure survival gameplay, connect with like-minded individuals, and have an amazing time, look no further! Our server boasts a warm and welcoming community, a robust land-claim system to protect your creations, custom fishing and farming experiences that’ll have you hooked, as well as an array of engaging quests and ranks. It’s everything you need for a fantastic adventure!Come on in, and let’s make unforgettable memories together!

mc.acemc.co

CraftYourTown

Cross-Play, Parkour, PvE, PvP, Skyblock, Survival, Towny

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CraftYourTown: Build Your Dream World!Bedrock IP is the same as Java, use port 19132Welcome to CraftYourTown, the best Minecraft server for adventurers like you! Join our friendly community of builders, crafters, and explorers, and let your creativity soar! Design amazing towns, embark on epic quests, and discover hidden treasures with your new pals. With lag-free gameplay, awesome events, and regular updates, there’s always something exciting to do! So grab your pickaxe, put on your adventurer’s hat, and come create magic at CraftYourTown!Why Join? Creative builders, crafters, and explorers, welcome! Endless adventures and epic quests await you! Keep Inventory is enabled, no losing all your progress! Design incredible towns and explore with friends! Battle custom mobs and unlock unique gadgets! Custom tools and stylish cosmetic skins to stand out! Be part of a community where your voice matters!

org.cyt.gg

InvadedLands

KitPvP, Skyblock, Survival

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InvadedLands is a network which consists of the following gamemodes:* KitPvP * Skyblock * SurvivalTo learn more, visit our website at invadedlands.net, or join the server at invadedlands.net!

play.invadedlands.net

Safe Survival

PvE, PvP, Survival, Vanilla

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Come join the best Semi Vanilla Survival Server! Keep Inventory – SMP – Land Claims – Community! Supports Bedrock / Java Crossplay! We are a non-hub server that offers a quick start to play multiplayer Minecraft survival in a single player-like setting and run a high end server to ensure there is no lag.Number 1 Rated Semi-Vanilla Server on MCSL for over 6 years!Survival has never been easier to start, you can begin right away after walking 200 blocks from spawn or using the random teleport provided. You no longer have to worry about spawning in a massive hub or spending a half hour figuring out how to play survival. Our spawn is a very simple, but useful place filled with item shops, warps, and more!We have Grief Prevention Land Claiming, and use the additional commands spawn, sethome, and home so you can get back to your build whenever you want. Keep inventory is on.Safe Survival has a welcoming, kind, and social community. We want to provide a fun and classic Minecraft experience where you can build and explore like you’re in single player. Our server is filled with the beautiful builds made by our players who will share your love for the game.Over 400000 players have joined!

mc.safesurvival.net

SwanCraft

PvE, Survival, Vanilla

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Spread your wings and fly home to SwanCraft!In a world full of soulless Minecraft Networks and “one-size-fits-all” hub servers, SwanCraft aims to give you something different: a place to call home. Our close-knit community is ready to welcome you into our family!–Features– With Semi-Van Nostalgic SMP Play Style Close-knit Community Collectible Series Events Grief Prevention NO economy plugins – Economy is entirely item basedNO Towny | NO MCMMO | NO Factions | NO Keep Inventory | NO Chat Reporting WE ARE NOT A HUB SERVER

ms.swancraftmc.com

Performium

Factions, MCMMO, Mini Games, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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Join in the first public Minecraft Among Us in Minecraft server! Play as the imposter or a crewmate. Complete tasks and win, or kill all crewmates in order to survive! We also have Randomizer and Regular UHC, and many more minigames! Join YouTubers DoniBobes and RGA Minecraft on a server where you can get free ranks, play with youtubers, and much more!

Join.Performium.co

Players:	104/500	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	3	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	2
Chaos Orbs Controlled:	11	Mythical Relics Collected:	10
Holy Grails Found:	4	Forbidden Relics Collected:	3
Wilderness Tamed:	19	Treasure Maps Found:	15
Ether Blades Crafted:	12	Rune Stones Activated:	12
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	19	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	2
Soul Contracts Signed:	3	Vanishing Structures Built:	5

Players:	94/400	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Magic Crystals Found:	10	Magic Wands Crafted:	22
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	1	Void Armor Forged:	13
Wailing Winds Heard:	2	Dragon Eggs Found:	7997
Unbreakable Chains Forged:	8	Mythical Swords Crafted:	54
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	3	Horror Stories Survived:	3
Reality Warps Survived:	0	Unicorn Sightings:	0
Haunted Mines Explored:	1	New Chunks Explored:	394216

Players:	91/800	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Royal Courts Attended:	3	Duplicated Mobs Battled:	6
Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	1	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	10
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	64	Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	5
Immortal Anvils Forged:	16	Cursed Artifacts Uncovered:	5
Dragon Hoards Looted:	2	Meteorite Armor Created:	16
Glowing Eyes in the Dark:	1	Elemental Temples Cleansed:	4
Mystery Villagers Spotted:	3	Enchanted Armories Found:	6

Players:	93/400	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	2	Zeus’s Thunderbolts Captured:	1
Shattered Realms Restored:	2	Zombie Dances:	3
Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	0	Enchanted Forests Planted:	10
Legendary Heroes Trained:	4	Pirate Ships Raided:	3
Necronomicon Pages Collected:	6	Legendary Titles Earned:	3
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	38	Forbidden Doors Opened:	3
Dragon Eggs Found:	6939	Buildings Constructed:	44

Players:	98/900	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Lost Cities Unearthed:	4	Celestial Crowns Worn:	4
Mines Excavated:	4444	Spontaneous Duels Fought:	6
Starry Nights Enjoyed:	38	Secret Passages Found:	6
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	40	God-Killer Bows Constructed:	3
Reality-Bending Puzzles Solved:	2	Epic Shields Constructed:	17
Towns Built:	2	Evil Lairs Raided:	2
Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	195	Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	6

Players:	90/200	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	0	Mythical Quests Completed:	26
Blood-Forged Axes Created:	9	Living Shadows Defeated:	1
Hedge Mazes Navigated:	5	Shadow Daggers Crafted:	32
Wailing Winds Heard:	3	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	2
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2	Love Letters Sent:	19
Mysterious Portals Opened:	16	Godly Talismans Bestowed:	6
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	24	Crystal Caves Mapped:	2

Players:	97/1000	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Shadow Cloaks Sewn:	4	Mines Excavated:	2124
God-Tier Weapons Forged:	50	Shadow Wolves Tamed:	3
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	7	Unbreakable Curses Broken:	2
Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	1	Celestial Crowns Worn:	3
Glorious Feasts Held:	13	Goblin Armies Outwitted:	8
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	1	Magical Moments Shared:	27
Soul Contracts Signed:	5	Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	3

Players:	103/1000	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
New Chunks Explored:	440293	Mythical Swords Crafted:	28
Soul Contracts Signed:	2	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	3
Lost Cities Unearthed:	2	Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	0
Cursed Statues Activated:	2	Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	2
Lost Artifacts Recovered:	4	Celestial Beings Befriended:	4
Enchanted Forests Planted:	10	Volcanoes Explored:	3
Invisible Pathways Walked:	2	Astral Amulets Crafted:	37

Players:	90/100	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Living Statues Befriended:	2	Blood-Forged Axes Created:	7
Soul Contracts Signed:	3	Forbidden Tomes Read:	5
Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	11	Ores Mined:	9531
Royal Courts Attended:	4	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	2
Pirate Ships Captured:	2	Warlock Amulets Crafted:	11
Soul Swords Wielded:	4	Elemental Crystals Collected:	22
Powerful Allies Recruited:	6	Mystical Amulets Crafted:	37

Players:	92/400	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Pirate Ships Captured:	0	Dragon Eggs Hatched:	3
Villages Defended:	17	Endless Minecart Rides Taken:	3
Mythical Creatures Tamed:	2	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	0
Twisted Realms Survived:	2	Epic Mounts Acquired:	6
Meteorite Armor Created:	25	Teleportation Mishaps:	4
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	1	Dragons Adopted as Pets:	3
Shadow Figures Spotted:	6	Cursed Scrolls Read:	2

Players:	98/800	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Whispering Shadows Heard:	0	Invisible Pathways Walked:	5
Living Statues Befriended:	2	Arcane Towers Raised:	3
Unholy Beasts Tamed:	1	Epic Quests Completed:	15
Phantom Knights Defeated:	9	Legendary Items Repaired:	3
Star Shards Collected:	243	Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	10
Gods Slained:	1	Dragon Scales Harvested:	376
Shadow Figures Spotted:	1	Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	2

Players:	102/200	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Divine Relics Bestowed:	6	Cursed Lands Purified:	8
Undead Armies Raised:	0	Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	12
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	3	Hidden Passages Discovered:	3
Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	1	Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	2
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	1	World-Altering Spells Cast:	1
Infernal Machines Built:	2	Celestial Gardens Planted:	6
Lost Souls Rescued:	1	Herobrine Sightings:	0

Players:	92/600	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	1	Crystal Palaces Visited:	2
Cozy Campfires Lit:	17	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	2
Endless Mazes Solved:	3	Curse of Binding Applied:	1
Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	3	Invisible Walls Found:	4
Villages Defended:	12	Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	1
Portal Loops Escaped:	3	Wailing Winds Heard:	3
Farms Harvested:	752	Blood Moons Survived:	3

Players:	92/200	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Moonlit Rituals Performed:	5	Ender Pearl Glitches:	1
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	0	Epic Bosses Defeated:	0
Celestial Gardens Planted:	7	Quantum Bards Serenaded:	1
Mystery Villagers Spotted:	1	Starry Nights Enjoyed:	17
Magical Familiars Summoned:	5	Living Shadows Defeated:	3
Eldritch Scrolls Read:	3	Players Killed by Monsters:	8246
Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2	Dimensional Rifts Closed:	4

Players:	93/200	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	2	Unbreakable Curses Broken:	1
Cursed Amulets Found:	3	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	10
Cosmic Hamsters Found:	3	Dragon Scales Harvested:	366
Cursed Villages Purged:	1	Mythical Relics Collected:	16
Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	3	Sentient Weapons Trained:	2
Legendary Items Repaired:	2	Forbidden Grimoires Read:	4
Secret Passages Found:	2	Immortal Anvils Forged:	17

Players:	103/700	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	1	Ender Pearl Glitches:	3
Phoenix Feathers Found:	10	Living Statues Befriended:	3
Immortal Anvils Forged:	11	Orbs of Power Found:	8
Cozy Campfires Lit:	23	Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	3
Vanishing Items Found:	5	Meteor Showers Witnessed:	3
Epic Bosses Defeated:	2	Celestial Beings Befriended:	2
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	2	Invisible Pathways Walked:	6