I found this server that is a hard survival world with both Java and Bedrock players together. It runs on the latest Minecraft version and even has backwards compatibility so it feels pretty updated all the time.
The server is no grief so people actually protect their bases. You can claim land with ProtectionStones and use homes and sethome and tpa to get around. There is also random teleport in the overworld so you can find a spot far from spawn and build in peace.
There are custom enchantments and you can put leads on mobs to teleport them which is actually super helpful. Every Sunday they let you fly for free in the overworld so building and exploring is way easier on that day.
They have a bartering based economy with server shops and a public market and some tutorial warps so new players do not get lost. There is also a main PvP arena with keep inventory which makes fighting less stressful.
The staff feels pretty responsive and there is Minecraft and Discord chat linked so you can talk to people even when you are not in game. On Discord they even try to help with homework which is kind of funny but nice if you are still in school.
Overall it feels like a chill but challenging SMP where you can play survival on hard difficulty hang out with people on voice and not worry about griefers.
Broomstix SMP Crossplay Survival
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFirestarter SMP Cozy No-Grief Survival
This is a small cozy survival server that is really focused on kindness creativity and community. It feels like the kind of place where you can actually relax and just play without drama.
You can build a quiet little base on your own or team up with other players and work on big projects together. There are also community events that get a little chaotic but in a fun way and they help bring everyone together.
The server tries to keep Minecraft feeling like classic multiplayer. There are some tweaks and quality of life things to make it nicer to play but it does not feel complicated or like a different game.
There are simple rules that protect your builds and there is grief protection and land claiming so your stuff stays safe. The community seems really respectful and people actually care about each other so it is easy to feel at home here.
The economy is run by players with shops made by the community. The staff listens to feedback and makes small changes over time so the server keeps getting better with help from the players.
Both Java and Bedrock players can join so you can play with friends even if you are not on the same edition.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCryoMC Chill Crossplay Economy SMP
CryoMC is a new survival world that feels really relaxed and cozy. It is built around an economy style SMP where players trade and build a community together. The server is meant for chill people who just want to hang out and have a good time.
The server is no grief so you do not have to worry about people ruining your builds. There are plugins that keep the normal Minecraft feeling but make life easier. Things like keep inventory grief prevention player warps and chest shops are all here.
Both Java and Bedrock players can join so more friends can play together. The server is pretty simple and focused on survival and community. If you want a place to get comfy and help shape a new world from the start this server seems like a good pick.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOathwood SMP Towny Survival Community
Oathwood SMP is a survival server that feels like a small town where everyone is trying to build something cool. It uses Towny so you can make towns and claim land and slowly grow your own place with other players.
There is an economy with player run shops using shopkeepers. People can set up their own stores and trade stuff so you do not just grind alone. ChestLock is there to protect your builds and chests so your stuff stays safe.
The server is made for long term survival. It is not about rushing and resetting all the time. It is more about settling the land and building a legacy with a real community.
Java and Bedrock players can both join so it is easier to play with friends no matter what they use. There are 40 slots so it stays kind of small and not super chaotic.
If you want a survival world with towns economy and protected builds this server is all about that style of gameplay.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPGlowySMP Semi Vanilla Survival Adventure
GlowySMP is a brand new semi vanilla survival server that is whitelisted and feels pretty cozy and friendly. It is made for people who just want to play survival with others and still have some cool extra features.
The server has an economy so you can earn money and then spend it in player shops. There are player warps so you can visit places other people build. You can claim land to protect your base so random people cannot mess it up.
There are community events where players can hang out and do things together. The server also has PyroFishing and a jobs system so you can grind in different ways and not get bored. There is a separate resource world so the main world can stay looking nice while you go mining and gathering.
You can catch mobs with mobcatchers and there are crates and ranks to work toward. The community seems welcoming and they want new players to join and be part of the adventure.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLegionCraft OneBlock Semi-Vanilla Survival
LegionCraft is a semi vanilla OneBlock survival server where you start on a tiny island and slowly build it up. Every block you break matters and it feels like real progression as your island grows.
The server has challenging bosses that drop keys so you can open crates for rare loot. There are custom enchants and custom spawners so you can set up farms and make your gear stronger. The OneBlock islands are custom made so the grind feels fresh and not boring.
It is not pay to win so you actually have to play to get good stuff. The server supports both Java and Bedrock and it runs on version 1.21.11 so it feels up to date.
Overall it feels like a place where you grind hard fight bosses and flex your island to everyone around you.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPKingdom of Crobus Economy SMP
Kingdom of Crobus is a Java SMP that feels like normal Minecraft but with some extra stuff that makes it easier to play. It is made for people who like survival and building and getting stronger over time but do not want a giant confusing modpack.
The server has a player economy where you can earn money with jobs and then spend it in server shops or player shops. You can pick what you want to do like build a base trade with others get a job or even try to lead a clan.
There are clans so players can team up or have little rivalries. Land claims keep your builds safe. There are warps homes and tpa so it is not a pain to travel around. There is also real time Dynmap so you can see the world from a map.
PvP is not forced on you. It is optional with a pvp toggle so you can stay peaceful if you just want to build and chill. The server uses one player sleep so nights go by faster when someone goes to bed.
Overall the server is focused on building progression and economy. The community is meant to be friendly and survival focused and it feels like a place where you can take your time and make cool projects without being rushed.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPurpleSMP PVE Crossplay Survival 1.21.11
PurpleSMP is a small survival server that feels really simple but still kind of fancy. It is made for people who just want to chill build and enjoy the game without drama or chaos.
The world still has a lot of unexplored land. You can go out far grab a spot you like and claim it so your builds stay safe. Land claims keep griefers away and staff can also see logs of every block placed or broken.
The server uses mcMMO so you can level up skills and make grinding for resources feel more fun. There is no normal shop system and no server money. All the value comes from what players trade and what they build.
PvP is off by default so it is mostly PvE and peaceful. If you and your friends want to fight you can toggle PvP on. There are playervaults so you get extra safe storage besides your normal inventory.
There is also a live server map that looks kind of like a map website so you can see the world from above. The server has a strong anti cheat and it alerts staff fast if someone looks suspicious. Staff can also restore inventories if someone loses items because another player broke the rules.
The owner started PurpleSMP as a friends only server first and then opened it to the public later so the goal is a long term world and a relaxed friendly place to play.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPUnited SMP Vanilla Semi-Anarchy PvP
United SMP is a vanilla semi anarchy world where everything feels a little unstable in a fun way. You can just jump in and try to take over the server with your friends if you want.
You get a starter kit so you do not have to punch trees forever. It helps you get into pvp and exploring fast. There are huge builds placed around the map and they have really strong loot and gear so exploring actually feels worth it.
The server has planned events and big spots on the map that are made for crazy fights and moments. There is proximity voice chat so talking and messing around with people feels more real and intense.
It is crossplay so you can join from different platforms and still play together. The whole server is about pvp adventure and semi anarchy style gameplay with not a lot holding you back.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLuckyGemSMP Chill Trust Based Survival
LuckyGemSMP is a really calm vanilla survival server that is all about trust and long term gameplay. It does not use pay to win stuff and it does not try to be super fancy. It just feels like classic Minecraft survival with people who want to play fair.
The server is whitelisted so players get reviewed before joining. This helps keep the community safe and relaxed. There is no PvP so no one is running around trying to kill you all the time. It is more about building cool bases exploring the world and working together.
This server runs on version 1.21.11 so it is up to date. Java and Bedrock players can both join so friends on different devices can play together. There are staff members who watch over the server and handle problems instead of using land claim plugins.
There are no grief protection plugins because the server is built on trust. If someone breaks the rules staff steps in. There is also BlueMap so you can look at the world from a website style map and see builds and terrain.
The server uses BlazeandCave advancements so you can go for extra goals and have more long term progression. It is free to play and there are no ranks or crates or anything like that. LuckyGemSMP is great for builders and explorers who want a calm fair SMP that will last a long time.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP