LuckyGem is a vanilla survival SMP on 1.21.11 and the map just started so it feels new and open.
It is whitelisted so people have to apply and the community stays respectful and welcoming. PvP is not allowed so it is more about building and surviving together.
It also has Java and Bedrock cross play so more friends can join. It stays semi vanilla with some quality of life plugins and it includes Simple VC for voice chat.
Chill No PvP Vanilla SMP Fresh Map

GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTroothe SMP Season 5 Mature Survival

TrootheSMP is a friendly survival SMP that supports cross play. It runs in seasons and Season 5 is happening right now. The seasons are made to last long enough so people can actually build stuff make progress and set up shops without getting wiped all the time.
It is not an 18 plus server but everyone is expected to act mature and respectful. The server keeps the survival feel but adds a small set of upgrades that help with building and daily play.
There is Discord integration with account linking plus updates and community tools. The economy is item based and players make physical shops. There are land claims so you can build without worrying about grief. There are also quality of life features like armored Elytra and villager leashes. Simple Voice Chat is supported too.
They also started a Hytale server in the same community and it is still very early.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPKanzo MC Chill Survival Crossplay

Kanzo MC is a chill survival server where you can build farm and explore without it feeling stressful. The community is meant to be friendly and welcoming so it is easy to jump in and just play.
It supports Java and Bedrock crossplay so people can play together on PC console and mobile. It also supports cracked Minecraft so you can still join even if you do not have premium.
There is home and chest protection to help keep your builds and items safe. You can also use player shops and trading plus towns jobs and an economy so the world feels more alive.
It runs on version 1.21.10 for both Java and Bedrock.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPea SMP Classic Survival No Teleports

PeaMC is a semi vanilla survival server that tries to feel like classic Minecraft. It keeps things simple so you survive travel build and meet people without a bunch of stuff in your face.
There is no teleporting and there are no land claims so you have to move around the world the normal way. You can form teams and invite friends. PvP is allowed but it has limits so builds do not get wrecked. Stuff like TNT beds respawn anchors end crystals and minecart PvP are not allowed. Griefing stealing killing pets and spawn killing are also not allowed.
It is whitelist only so it is harder for trolls to get in. New players also get one day where PvP is off for them unless they choose to turn it off. Java and Bedrock players can both join and it supports versions from 1.7x to 1.21.11. Maces are banned and there are a few fun plugins that do not change the main survival feel.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPStormy Lagoon SMP Crossplay No P2W

Stormy Lagoon is a long term survival server with a fair feel and no pay to win stuff. It has a tight community and staff that stays active and keeps updates coming.
It supports crossplay so Java and Bedrock players can play together. Progression is a big deal here with daily missions and quest milestones plus playtime ranks so you move up just by playing.
The server has custom gear like levelable tools weapons and armor with abilities. There are also custom combat items like a special trident shield and spear.
You get a player driven economy so you can trade and run shops. There is skill leveling with mcMMO and activity rewards like Pearls and Diamonds.
There are monthly resource worlds so you can gather fresh stuff without wrecking the main world. You can also use an RTP menu to jump across five different worlds.
Claims help stop griefing and you can toggle PvP on or off so fights are consensual. You can also set tags and join messages and make canvas art on maps with artmap.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCrossplay No PvP SMP With Claims

I found playJAMS and it is a no pvp survival multiplayer server that works for both Java and Bedrock players.
It has land claims so your builds can stay safe and you get up to 4 homes you can set.
The nether is not always open. On weekdays it opens from 5 to 7 PM EST and on weekends it is open all day.
Nether portals only work at spawn and you use the spawn command to get there.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPRealm of Thrones Kingdom Wars SMP

Realm of Thrones is a crossplay SMP that feels like it is all about building civilizations and making a real community. People make kingdoms and try to level them up over time. You can go for power and conquest or you can stay peaceful and become a trade partner and ally.
It has a ranking system that goes up with in game money and your play time. As you rise you get more access and more prestige. It pushes you to keep playing and growing your nation.
There are configurable tech style parts so players can set up factories and try to become a big industry leader. The server also adds a bunch of quality of life stuff so it does not feel boring.
There is stuff like legendary fishing you can sell and crates you can test your luck with. You can use the server shop or make your own shop. You can also take jobs and get paid for playing while leveling them up. McMMO leveling is part of the grind too. They also just launched around 25 quests and it is new and still being tested with more planned later.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFresh Crossplay SMP No Economy

I found a normal SMP that is pretty new and it was created 8 days ago
It is crossplay so different platforms can play together
There is no economy so it stays simple and more like regular survival
They want people to join their discord and hang out with the community
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPBroomstix SMP Creative Crossplay Hub

I found Broomstix SMP and it is a hard difficulty server that works for both Java and Bedrock players. It runs on the latest version with backwards compatibility so people can still get in.
The server has custom enchantments and a cool trick where you can put a lead on mobs to teleport them. There is land claiming with ProtectionStones and the rules say no grief so your builds can stay safe.
There is a bartering economy system plus server shops and a public market. You can also use homes and private messaging and player teleport commands so it is easy to meet up.
PvP is mostly in an exclusive main arena and you keep inventory there. Random teleport is allowed in the overworld and every Sunday you get free fly in the overworld.
The community stuff is strong too with Minecraft and Discord integration and responsive staff. They even do homework help on Discord and there are voting ranks and rewards and tutorial warps.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOnion SMP 1.21.11 Crossplay Survival

I found Onion SMP and it is a survival server on 1.21.11 with crossplay so more people can join
It has claims so your builds can be protected and it has keep inventory so dying is not super painful
You can use rtp to get around and there is combat log protection so fights feel more fair
It also has teams so you can group up and play together
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