FolksMC is a tight knit survival server that has been running since August last year. It feels like a real community and they care a lot about making everyone feel welcome.
The main style is factions so you can join a team make your own team or just roam as a nomad. There are wars too but players have to negotiate the war rules first so it stays fun for everyone.
It is semi vanilla with a few helpful plugins like two homes and spawn. There are gravestones woodcutting and a sit command.
FolksMC Semi Vanilla Factions SMP
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSemi Vanilla Java With Realism Systems
I found a small Java semi vanilla server that just released after about 4 months of work. It is built around realism so you have to earn your progress and it is not just free stuff.
It has a completely custom map plus custom ore generation. It also has custom combat and a climate system and more.
Auto farms are disabled so you cannot just automate everything. There is also a 125 dollar contest running for redesigning the servers logo and banner and you enter by submitting your own image.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFoxden Fresh Map Semi Vanilla SMP
Foxden is a small Java survival server that aims to be fun and friendly for most players. It is semi vanilla so it mostly feels like normal Minecraft but it also has a few plugins and tweaks to keep things interesting.
The server just started a new map so it is a great time to join and get a spot. You can expect things like Bluemap plus Discord integration plus a head index plus no chat reporting. There are also a bunch of small datapacks and tweaks running too.
The community is meant to stay calm and relaxed. You have to be in the Discord to play even if you do not talk. Rules focus on no griefing and no stealing and no slurs or hate. PvP is only with consent or during a minigame and using farms or villagers needs permission unless it is marked public. If someone is inactive for over 3 months their stuff can be moved under moderator control.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSemi Vanilla SMP With Real Community
Vanillacraft is a semi vanilla SMP that tries to feel like normal Minecraft with other people and not a bunch of extra stuff getting in the way.
There is no server store and no pay to win ranks. There are no economy plugins or GUI shops either. People can build where they want and the staff stays active to stop griefing. Coreprotect is used so grief is not a big worry.
The server has a community spawn with farms and other helpful things. There is also a market district where players run their own shops and trade items. Travel is kept simple with no teleporting so you move around with the nether roof routes or an elytra.
Players say the community is friendly and you tend to see the same people online which makes it easier to actually know everyone.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFresh Whitelisted Semi Vanilla SMP
Glacier is a small whitelisted semi vanilla survival server that just launched today. It is meant to feel close and chill while still keeping the vanilla vibe.
It runs on 1.21.11 and it also supports joining from some older Minecraft versions. The server uses plugins like a live map, land claiming, item frame images, and proximity chat so playing together feels more real.
If you want a fresh start with a small group and some helpful extras this one is worth checking out.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPulsar SMP Semi Vanilla Survival Fun
Pulsar SMP is a semi vanilla survival server with an active community that feels both competitive and chill.
The server has good moderation and they say there is no admin abuse so it feels fair to play.
They also run frequent events and competitions so there is usually something going on.
There is a custom plugin with 10 elemental swords and you can get rewards for completing advancements. If you like pvp building or just playing casual there is a spot for you here.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPWhitelist Cozy Semi Vanilla SMP
GlowySMP is a brand new whitelisted SMP that feels chill and friendly. It is semi vanilla so it still feels like normal Minecraft but with extra stuff that actually matters.
Java and Bedrock players can both join so friends on different platforms can play together.
It has an economy system plus player warps and player shops. You can claim land so builds stay safe and griefing is not allowed. The server has custom enchants and community events and jobs and PyroFishing. There is also a resource world and a PvP toggle and mobcatchers. The community is moderated so it stays relaxed and grief free.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSemi Vanilla SMP No P2W
Vanillacraft is a survival multiplayer server that tries to feel like normal Minecraft with way less extra stuff. It is meant to be fun and friendly and it stays away from the big plugin overload that ruins the vibe on other servers.
There is no server shop and no pay to win ranks. There are also no economy plugins and no GUI shops. The economy is run by players with player made shops and a market district so you can trade if you want a boost.
You can build wherever you want since there is no land protection. Griefing is handled by active staff and a Coreprotect setup so it is not a huge worry.
Travel is done the old way since there is no teleportation. People move around using the nether roof or elytra. The server has a community spawn with farms and other helpful stuff and the playerbase is loyal so you tend to see familiar names online.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP5tarRock Semi Vanilla Realistic Survival Launch
This is a small server called 5tarRock that has been in development for a few months and it just released. The world is completely custom and they changed how ores generate and how combat works. There is also a special climate system and more stuff based on realism.
The server is semi vanilla but you actually have to work for your items. You cannot just build crazy auto farms and let the game play itself. A lot of easy automation is disabled so players have to play for real and earn their gear.
The community feels small and chill and they are clearly still growing and looking for new players who like survival and realism. They also have a contest going on right now where people can redesign their logo and banner. The prize is 125 dollars if your design wins.
If you want a survival style server where you grind and do not get free stuff this server seems pretty good.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPTerraCraft Towny Earth No Mods
TerraCraft is a newer Earth server with a big focus on nations and politics. You build towns and countries and try to control land on a world map.
The server runs with no mods so you just join and play. It uses plugins and resource packs so there is basically nothing you have to download.
There are regular events that keep the world active. Players can get involved in world events and fight for more land or defend what they already have.
They also have a custom bot that connects the server to discord. People in discord can see chat and when players join so it feels like the world is always alive.
The server supports both Java and Bedrock on version 1.21 so a lot of different players can join together.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP