I found a semi vanilla SMP that has been running for months and it resets yearly so the world stays fresh.
It is inspired by Hermitcraft so the vibe is chill and they do not allow griefing or killing. People are meant to build and trade and just play together.
There is an optional custom texture pack with cosmetic items like shop permits plus hats and weapons that do not change gameplay. They also use Hermit style datapacks like single player sleep player heads and armor statues.
Teleporting is kept simple since only /spawn is allowed in the overworld so players end up making roads and highways. Chat is linked with Discord for easier talking and CoreProtect is there to help protect builds.
They run events pretty often and you can earn event coins to buy cosmetic stuff. There is also a small staff team focused on keeping things peaceful.
Hermitcraft Style Semi Vanilla SMP
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMCVerseCity Long Term Semi Vanilla SMP
MCVerseCity is a chill semi vanilla survival place built for long term projects. The main idea is a classic survival grind with a no reset goal that aims for ten years. You can take long breaks and still feel safe because the server is focused on protection and not losing your work.
It stays close to vanilla with no custom items enchants or skill systems. There are player markets so you can skip the grind if you want or you can do everything the hard way. There are also some quality of life features like teleporting plus builder tools like armor stands mini blocks and decorative heads.
The permanent SMP world has claims markets clans a map and even fishing contests. There is also a hardcore vanilla option that is no grief. If you want different vibes there is a vanilla testing world that runs for about six to twelve months and a creative plots world for experimenting.
Chat is kept clean with low tolerance for swearing and public chat is meant to stay on Minecraft and gaming. The community is international and the ages range from teens to older adults. Events are mostly player driven and the staff supports them.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP