I found a new factions PvP server that is going for that classic Minecraft feeling. It is meant to be more about skill and teamwork and not paying to win.
It has daily crates and voting rewards so you always have something to do. There are leaderboards too so factions can track power and fight for the top.
The map does not reset so your base is not getting wiped later. It also has Discord integration and proximity chat. The server runs on Java 1.21+ and it also supports Bedrock players.
Atlas MC is a new Towny Earth server that is all about geopolitics and nations on a real life map. You pick a real city or town to start and then you expand until you control a huge area.
The server has custom plugins that change how politics feels. Towny Geopolitica lets players make vassals claim titles and try to become a great power.
There is also a system called Battle Points that tries to mix pvp players with normal players in a resource focused way. You can declare wars for land riches or renown. You can stay peaceful or fight your way up.
It is in beta right now and they say joining early will get you rewarded when the full release happens. They also say the hosting is top tier for smooth gameplay.