Atropolis is a 16 plus whitelisted Java server that feels mostly vanilla but has some nice extras. It is new and it is trying to be a community based place where different kinds of players can fit in.
Phantoms are turned off so nights are not annoying. One person can sleep to skip the night. There is a PvP toggle so you can choose if you want fights or not. There is also a web map so it is easier to see the world.
The server has anti grief protections and rollbacks. Keep inventory is on in the nether and the end which makes exploring less punishing.
It uses things like Simple Voicechat plus Elytra Trims and some fun add ons like death counter plus head drops and leadable villagers. Renewable trial vaults are also included. Voice chat and elytra trims are optional but need client downloads if you want them.
The first big event is an ender dragon fight planned for March 28. At spawn there are portals set up so you can reach the nether and even the nether roof.
