Waystone is a small semi vanilla Java SMP that feels a lot like a Hermit style server. People actually build and chat and try to stick around for the long term. It is whitelist only and it is meant to be chill not sweaty.
The world is long term and there are no constant resets. There is no pay to win stuff either so it stays fair.
You can claim land so your builds stay safe while you make towns or big projects at your own pace. Death is less annoying since your items get saved in a gravestone for a few hours.
There is a skills system that levels as you play and gives small perks over time. When you go raiding together everyone gets their own loot so nobody has to argue.
Proximity voice chat is optional and you can also use party chat. The server has seasons and holiday events so the world feels more alive. It is hosted in the UK and it runs on Java 1.21.11.
Chill Crossplay Economy SMP From Day One
CryoMC is a new survival SMP that is built around a chill community and an economy. It is a no grief server so people can build without getting wrecked.
It supports both Java and Bedrock and it also allows all versions so it is easy for friends to join. The gameplay stays close to normal Minecraft but adds helpful plugins like keep inventory, grief prevention, player warps, and chest shops.
It is starting from the beginning so players can help shape the world right away. It feels like a comfy place to hang out and play survival together.
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They run on high frequency AMD and Intel CPUs with NVMe SSD storage so the server and modpacks load fast and gameplay stays smooth. Their data center is in Helsinki so it is aimed at low ping for players around Europe.
They use the Pterodactyl control panel so managing stuff feels simple and it has one click installers for plugins mods and server versions. You also get full SFTP and FTP access to your files plus DDoS protection to help keep the server online.
They include a free subdomain and they also offer a two day free trial on their Minecraft plans. Their BudgetCraft plan is listed with 4 GB RAM and 20 GB NVMe storage for a small vanilla server or smaller modpacks.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLife Finds A Way Medieval Modded PvE
Life Finds a Way is a modded PvE server that is built for medieval fantasy adventure. It feels like a big world where you can explore tons of biomes and chase that next cool place to build.
The modpack is heavily customized and it includes things like DragNs Livestock and Pets Overhaul plus Alexs Mobs and Alexs Caves. You can make your own custom tools with Tinkers Construct and then use all the block choices to build a huge castle or whatever you want.
The staff says events are coming with player markets and competitions too. It is on Java Edition 1.20.1 and the grand opening is 2 18 2026.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOrigin SMP Tier PvP Semi Anarchy
Origin SMP is a survival multiplayer server with a new season running on 1.21 for both Java and Bedrock players
It is semi anarchy so fights and betrayal can happen but it is not just pointless destruction. If someone griefs with no story or reason it can get rolled back so the world can keep going
The main thing here is the Tier system for PvP. You can gain Tiers by killing players and you lose Tiers when you die so every fight feels risky
There is proximity voice chat so people can talk during trades and deals and threats. There are no land claims so the world is shaped by trust and politics instead of plugins
The map is finite at 2500 by 2500 blocks so players run into each other a lot and stories actually formGG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOrdinary SMP Vanilla Survival With Big Vibes
Ordinary SMP is a vanilla survival server on Java that stays up to date and is currently on 1.21.11. It feels like a smaller tight group where people actually talk and build together.
The server is whitelisted so they try to keep the player base respectful and chill. They also use Ledger to track activity so if someone griefs or steals they can investigate and help keep builds safer.
There is a BlueMap live map so you can see the world and find places easier. There is Simple VoiceChat for talking in game and an AudioPlayer for custom audio.
They do server wide events like PvP battles build contests and big community projects. They also have dragon elytra drops and a custom resource pack with cosmetics trophies and event rewards with a HermitCraft inspired vibe.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTavern SMP Chill Semi Vanilla Survival
The Tavern SMP is a near vanilla survival server on version 1.21.11. It feels like normal Minecraft but with some quality of life and cosmetic plugins to make stuff smoother.
It runs on a greylist so anyone can join. You just link your discord account in game and it is automated so there is no long whitelist wait.
Players use a nether roof travel hub and there is no world border so far. TNT dupers are allowed and redstone contraptions are fine as long as they do not cause noticeable lag.
The server does not do forced resets. World changes and resets only happen if the community votes for it. There are occasional community projects and events and the overall vibe is laid back and relaxed.
It also has proximity voice chat plus a live web map and a statistics site. Extra fun features include mob head drops from charged creepers plus invisible item frames using shears and moveable armor stands by naming a book to statues. Client side mods like performance mods minimaps waypoints and building helpers like litematica are allowed but no printer.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPHardcore Lifesteal Anarchy With Combat Lock
This server is all about lifesteal anarchy style survival where pvp actually matters. If you kill someone you gain hearts and if you die you lose hearts. When you run out you get banned so fights feel scary. New players get a one hour grace period so you can learn first.
It uses a bunch of custom plugins to keep things moving. You can set a home and teleport to it. You can also send teleport requests to other players. Night can be vote skipped by typing a command.
PvP has a battle lock so you cannot spam commands while fighting and combat logging gets punished. If you log out in a fight you get replaced by a killable NPC that drops your stuff when killed. There is also some anti speed cheat protection and basic chat spam control.
There is an in game shop that uses vote tokens for things like custom name colors and custom MOTDs. The server also tracks playtime plus kills and deaths and gives rewards when you hit milestones.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLuminary Falls Adult Cozy SMP
Luminary Falls is a cozy survival SMP made for adults who want a long term place to play. It feels like classic Minecraft but it also has quality of life plugins and datapacks that help without ruining the vanilla vibe.
This is a whitelist only 18 plus server with a welcoming community. People are from all over and there are players online at all hours. It runs on Java and it also has full Bedrock crossplay.
They allow client mods that do not give unfair advantages like Litematica Xaeros Sodium and Dynamic Lights. There are resource worlds so the main world does not need to reset and your builds can stay for years. The staff has a lot of server management experience and they keep it uplifting and LGBTQ plus friendly.
Around 50 unique players show up each week. If you like exploring building farming redstone or community events you will probably find someone to play with.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPEnclosed Vanilla SMP Tiny World Survival
Enclosed SMP is a survival server with a map that is only 1500 blocks wide. That makes everything feel closer and it turns normal survival into more of a challenge since players are packed into one small area.
People join because the community is small but friendly. There is /sethome and other useful commands to help you play. The server also has auction and economy mods so you can trade and try to become the richest player.
Moderation is active so hacking is not an option. It is also meant to be lag free and there is zero pay2win. They also want builders since the spawn needs work.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP