I found a new Minecraft Java SMP that is semi vanilla and meant for active long term players who are 18+.
It is survival on hard and it runs on Java 1.21.11. Achievements are enabled and one player sleep is on so nights do not drag.
The rules are simple and strict. No griefing no stealing no cheating and no PvP unless both players agree. You join through their Discord and apply to get in.
18+ Semi Vanilla SMP Hardcore Survival
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I found Goober SMP and it is a brand new Vanilla plus Java server. It started just a few days ago and it already has around 20 active players so it feels alive.
The server is mostly vanilla but it adds small stuff to make multiplayer more fun. PvP is allowed and people are into building and hanging out so you can fight or make cool projects.
It runs on Java 1.21.11 and it has whitelist on so you need to get added before you can play. It also supports SVC mods and has a head drop plugin so players can drop their heads.
They want a player driven world with towns and community builds. Server wide events are planned too so sometimes it can get chaotic.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPVitaNova SMP Semi Vanilla Claims
VitaNova is a semi vanilla SMP that runs on community effort and wants everyone to feel welcome. It opened on New Years Day and the custom world still has a lot of untouched areas so exploring feels new.
There are plugins that add extra stuff without turning it into a totally different game. Fishing is revamped with custom fish rarities and tournaments so you can compete for prizes and bragging rights.
Base safety is a big deal here since you can claim land to protect your builds and items. The server is also free to play and nothing important is stuck behind paying since you can earn ranks items and perks just by playing.
It supports cross play for Java and Bedrock and it runs on version 1.21 plus. There are also server events and the player base keeps growing.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP