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.
Fresh Whitelisted Semi Vanilla SMP
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPurpleSMP Chill PVE Crossplay 1.21.11
PurpleSMP is a small survival server that is meant to feel simple but still refined. It is mainly PVE so you can relax and build without dealing with rude players.
The world still has lots of unexplored land so you can grab a spot and settle in for the long run. You can protect your builds with land claims and the server logs blocks so staff can check what happened.
It uses mcMMO for skill grinding and it has a player economy with no shops and no server currency so players decide what stuff is worth. There are player vaults for extra storage and a server map you can view online.
PvP is off by default but you can toggle it if you want to fight with friends. The server also runs anti cheat and staff get alerted when it triggers. They also back up inventories when you join and leave and when you die so they can restore stuff if a rule got broken.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMech Rehabilitated Modded Adventure Reloaded
I found a modded server called Mech Rehabilitated that is built for a fun and friendly small community. It sounds like the kind of place you hop on after work or classes and just chill with people.
The modpack is huge with over 300 mods so there is a lot to do. The vibe is exploration and looting giant structures then fighting bosses and chasing that infinite power feeling.
If you are more of a humble farmer type there are lots of cooking recipes too. The post mentions mods like Create Alexs Mobs and Caves Terramity Farmers Delight with a bunch of addons Cataclysm Etched and Littlepictureframes for community movie nights.
The server just came back with a brand new version of the modpack and a clean slate. To join you fill out a short whitelist form and they review it.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPFarmlands SMP Cozy Whitelist Survival
Farmlands SMP is a whitelisted survival server with a cozy small community feel. It is for players who like to take their time and not get rushed.
The main world is meant to last so your base and long term builds and farms actually matter. It is the place for player projects and big ideas.
There is also a separate resource world that resets regularly. That way you can gather materials without messing up the main world.
Gameplay stays close to vanilla with a few quality of life tweaks and a custom advancement pack for extra challenges. The rules are strict about no griefing no stealing and no toxicity.
The economy is player driven so you can trade and open shops. There are no ranks and no pay to win stuff so it stays fair.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSmall Vanilla SMP For Videos And Lore
This is a very vanilla survival world and it is not one of those big network servers with a bunch of modes.
It is a smaller SMP with a cap under 40 members so it feels more like a real group and not a crowd.
People record videos here and they want players who can help make lore and story moments. You have to apply with a written application and they want you to explain how you would add lore.
If you do not want to be a full member you can still join as an extra actor or player for videos. They also said they have another video recording coming up this week and they need more players and actors.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 IPZest Life Modded Roleplay SMP
Zest Life SMP is a modded server that is inspired by the Life Series made by Grian. It feels the most like Secret Life and it uses custom tasks to make everything more intense and interesting.
From what I can tell this server is all about community and roleplay instead of just rushing to kill each other. Players are encouraged to build characters and interact with others so it is more about story than about PvP.
The server uses the Life Series mod by Mat0u5 and a few small quality of life mods like visual and sound stuff that do not really change the gameplay. You have to be able to run the Life Series mod on your own game because it is needed on both client and server.
There is an age limit of 17 or older and they say they do not make exceptions. They also do not want people who speedrun gear and rush to final fights. If you mainly want roleplay and fun moments and not a murder spree this server seems made for that.
To join you have to fill out an application so they can filter who gets in and keep the community how they want it.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCampfire SMP Vanilla Survival Community
Campfire SMP is a chill vanilla survival server where the main focus is on community and building. It feels like normal Minecraft but with a few small quality of life commands like sethome so it still plays like regular survival.
The server is on the latest Java version and keeps updating when new patches come out. It also works for both Java and Bedrock players so more friends can join together.
People here seem friendly and the rules are fair so it is more about working together and surviving than causing problems. The vibe is relaxed and cozy so it is a good place if you just want to build explore and hang out with others.
If you like simple survival with a small boost in convenience and a focus on players helping each other this server fits that style really well.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPGem Bound SMP With Superpowers
This server is called Gem Bound SMP and it is a small private survival world with seasons. Each season they change the main plugin so the gameplay feels different and the new one is based on the Bliss SMP plugin.
When you join you get a random gem that gives you special powers. Some gems let you fire daggers or cast fireballs and there are other unique abilities too. The server uses an energy and lives system so PvP feels more strategic and your fights really matter because kills give you energy you can use to progress.
The server is whitelist only so it is not full of random people. They want dedicated and friendly players who actually stick around and talk. It feels like they care a lot about having a curated community and keeping each new season fresh.
If you like survival with powers and you enjoy PvP that has risk this is the kind of SMP that will probably keep you playing for a while.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 IP