Waystone is a small semi vanilla SMP that feels a lot like a Hermitcraft style server where people actually talk and build for the long run.
It is whitelist only and it runs on Java 1.21.11. The world is meant to last with no constant resets and there is no pay to win stuff.
Players focus on builds and towns at their own pace. There is land claiming so your work stays safe without it feeling annoying.
Dying is not a big disaster because your items get saved in a gravestone for a few hours. Skills level up as you play and you get small perks over time.
When people go adventuring together everyone gets their own loot so it does not turn into an argument. There is also optional proximity voice chat plus party chat if you want it.
The server has seasons and holiday events and a live map so you can watch builds grow. It is hosted in the UK and the vibe is friendly and mature and more about relaxing than competing.
