FolksMC is a tight knit survival server that has been running since August last year and it has a real community vibe. They even keep a history of what has happened so far so it feels like the world has stories.
It plays like a semi vanilla SMP but with factions. You can join a team make your own or just live solo as a nomad. There are wars too but the groups have to agree on the war rules before it starts so it stays fun.
There are a few helpful plugins like two set homes plus spawn. You also get gravestones so your stuff is safer after you die. There is woodcutting sit and SimpleVC for voice chat.
FolksMC Semi Vanilla Factions SMP Reboot
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPNo Rules Survival Chaos Since 2021
I found 1fighter2defenders and it is a survival server that tries to stay as vanilla as possible
There are no gameplay rules and there are no admins. There are no land claims and no protection. Griefing building and cheating are all allowed so it can get really chaotic
It also says there are no server sided dupes and there are no world resets. The server started in April 2021 and has been around for over 4.5 years with thousands of players who have visited at least once
It runs on 1.21 and people can join from 1.17 up to 1.21.11GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP2 Year Bedrock Realm Survival SMP
I found a Bedrock Realm that has been running for over 2 years and it is a survival SMP style world. It keeps the vanilla survival feel but it also adds some extra stuff to make it more fun.
There is an economy with shops so players can trade and set up their own things. It also has a TPA system plus ranks and auctions so you can move around easier and mess with the market.
The vibe is chill and friendly and it is about making memories and building with other people. Their Discord is really active with over 1,000 members so it feels like there are always new people around.
They also do daily updates and giveaways and they want you to meet new friends and just have fun.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP