Disc Realms is a big semi anarchy server that has that old school feel with roots going back to 2013.
It has an active community and dedicated staff so you can get support fast when you need it.
There are weekly events that sound like a lot of action and the season release is happening now.
You can join on Java from 1.8 up to 1.21.x and Bedrock on the latest version.
Garden SMP Lives RP Worldbuilding
The Garden SMP is a Java 1.21.11 survival multiplayer server that is built for worldbuilding adventure and roleplay. It uses plugins to add extra flavor while still feeling like survival.
You start with 3 lives and you only lose them through PvP. If you run out you become a ghost and the story keeps going. Players can also bring someone back using a craftable revival book.
Some vanilla stuff is turned off to help roleplay like no Elytra and no Ender chests. This makes travel and building roads and towns matter more and it pushes players to interact.
There are lots of extras like locking chests with keys and making lockpicks to break in. You can set up chest shops brew alcohols and beers and even tame any mob as a pet.
When you join you wake up above the clouds then you stick the landing and go down the Monolith to begin. You can pick a race for your character like elf halfling merfolk giant or human then you wake on the docks of Isla De Viva Eterna. From there you can sail to the mainlands and claim land or live in a town with others.
The vibe is relaxed with optional challenges and it is not pay to win. Staff and mods are active and the community is small but thriving.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTerraScape Vanilla SMP Peaceful 18+
I found TerraScape SMP and it is a peaceful survival server for Java players. It is mostly vanilla and it keeps things chill since pvp is only allowed if both people agree.
The community is small and mature and it is an 18 plus server. They do events and the staff says they are happy to help if you have problems.
It has a few plugins like sit map art simple voice chat that you can ignore if you want and Bluemap. The rules are basic but important like be respectful and no griefing stealing or random pvp and you can build freely as long as you respect other people and their stuff.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPNew World SMP Not Already Maxed
This is a fresh survival server made for people tired of joining late and seeing everyone already stacked. The world is still new so there are no huge empires yet and no untouchable players.
It runs on 1.21.11 Fabric and it is semi anarchy with light mods. Nothing wild. Just small quality of life stuff to keep things smooth and the rest is part of the game.
There are places to explore and loot to restore and secrets hidden behind doors. They also do in game rewards plus community events and invite rewards. The server is being actively developed and the goal is to keep it going long term.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFresh Semi Anarchy Fabric 1.21.11
I found a fresh semi anarchy server on Fabric 1.21.11 with light mods. It is meant to stay smooth and not feel crazy modded.
It is a new world so there are no giant empires yet and no players that feel untouchable. You are not showing up late because it is basically the start.
The vibe is explore and take chances. There are places to check out loot to rebuild and secrets behind doors.
They also do in game rewards community events invite rewards and they say the server is being developed actively and built to last long term.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPRocketCore Hosting Real Hardware Minecraft
I found RocketCore Hosting and it is a new Minecraft hosting setup that runs on Dell servers the owner actually owns not some resold cloud stuff.
It supports Minecraft Java and Bedrock so you can pick what you want to run.
They use a Pterodactyl panel so you get full console access and a file manager plus you can add mods or plugins.
Setup is instant after you pay and SSD storage is included. Backups are included too.
There are two plans. Starter is 2GB RAM and 10GB SSD for 4.99 a month. Standard is 4GB RAM and 20GB SSD for 9.99 a month.
It is a one man operation so you are talking to the founder if you need help. There is also a launch code for 50 percent off your first month.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFar to the West Modded Fantasy SMP
Far to the West SMP is a modded survival server that just launched and it is going for a mature fantasy vibe. It is trying to feel like a forever world but with mods so the world stays interesting for a long time.
The modpack is built to fit a bunch of play styles. There are building mods with lots of blocks and adventure mods that make the world feel more alive. Some of the big mods listed are Ice and Fire Create Origins MCA Reborn and Dungeons and Combat.
The server also leans into rp and community story stuff. There is a basic lore template and it grows based on what players do. There is even a spot for people to make OCs so the roleplay has more depth.
The main idea is to build kingdoms explore the Far West and make friends while the world story keeps expanding.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTINY MODDED SMP RECRUITING 20 PLAYERS
This is a small modded SMP that is trying to get a group going
They are waiting for 20 players so it feels like a real little community
If you want a modded survival world with other people this is basically thatGG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFactions Battle Royale With Gun Mods
This is a factions SMP where people fight it out with gun based combat mods. It is meant to feel like a battle royale with factions and big fights.
You can team up and go against other groups while trying to be the winner. The winner gets a 5 dollar cash prize.
It is co hosted and it sounds like the main focus is combat and rivalry more than anything else.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOrdinary SMP Whitelisted Vanilla Adventure
Ordinary SMP is a vanilla Java survival server that stays up to date and is running on 1.21.11. It feels like a tight group where people build together and just hang out while they play.
The server is whitelisted so the community stays respectful. If griefing or stealing happens they can check what happened using Ledger so your builds are not just left to luck.
There is a live BlueMap you can use to see the world. There is Simple VoiceChat for talking in game and AudioPlayer for custom audio.
They also have dragon elytra drops and a custom resource pack with cosmetics plus trophies and event rewards with a HermitCraft inspired vibe. They run server wide events like PvP battles build contests and big community projects.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP