LuckyGem is a 1.21.11 vanilla survival SMP that just started a new map so everyone is kind of at the same point.
It is whitelisted so you have to apply to get in. It supports Java and Bedrock cross play so more people can join.
The server keeps the vanilla feel but adds some QOL plugins. It also has Simple VC for voice chat.
No PvP is allowed and the players are respectful and welcoming. It is meant for long term survival and just hanging out.
WakeCraft is an Australia based survival server that tries to put players before profit and build a dedicated active community.
Everything like ranks perks and items are earned free in game so you are not dealing with paid power.
Griefing is not the vibe here because land claims let you protect your builds and even set flags like mob spawning and pvp. If something gets damaged it can be rolled back using block logging.
The economy is built around jobs an auction house and player to player selling. You can also make your own player shop.
There are upgraded spawners that can boost mob amounts and reduce spawn delay. Crates are free and keys come from voting so you can roll for strong armor and tools.
At spawn there is an enchanter NPC that sells custom enchanted books. You can do quests for money and run dungeons for a challenge.
When you die your items go into a grave so you can grab them back. There are PartyGames with a bunch of minigames in a row and points decide the winner. McMMO lets you level up lots of skills.
There is a BlueMap live map and there are resource worlds for the overworld and nether so resources stay available. Daily rewards give you stuff for logging in and you get a cosmetic key every 5 days.
Invictus SMP is a super chill and friendly Minecraft server. It's perfect if you love survival mode and want to play on Java or Bedrock. The server just launched Season 11 and updated to version 1.21.10 so everything feels fresh and exciting. Players here enjoy challenging gameplay with hard mode and mob leveling. The server has a unique set of custom plugins that add fun without making it too hard to understand. You can look at a live map and see player stats while playing. Invictus has tons of fun things like brewery competitions and fishing events too. With 99.99% uptime the server is always ready when you are. Everyone's super nice and the community events make playing even more fun.