I found a small semi vanilla SMP that is in testing right now
They plan to start the server in about a week so it feels like a new beginning
It is meant to stay close to vanilla and keep things simple
Semi Vanilla SMP Starting Soon
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOld Console Vibes on Java 1.13
This is a Minecraft Java server that runs on the 1.13 release and it is made to feel like the old console days. The world is kept small at about 2000 by 2000 so resources feel limited and you have to work for stuff. The world type seems to be islands too so exploring feels different.
It stays up all day and there is a 20 player cap. PVP is allowed and looting is allowed and even encouraged but people are still expected to not be total jerks. Cheating is not wanted and can get you banned.
There is an optional boon system with small buffs to keep things spicy. Hate stuff like racism homophobia and sexual assault is not tolerated. Also lava cast attempts will not work because of command block protection.
Every new player who joins adds 25 blocks to the world border so the map slowly grows with the community.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPNo Reset Semi Anarchy Vanilla Survival
I found Anarchy.ae and it is a long term semi anarchy survival server that is made to last. There are no resets and no wipes so the world just keeps growing over time.
It has full PvP plus raiding and griefing. It also has crossplay for Java and Bedrock and it tries to keep it fair by enforcing vanilla movement so both sides feel consistent.
There is no pay to win and there are no kits. There are also no land claims so you have to defend your stuff the old way.
It has some simple quality of life like /tpa and homes that are vote based. The server is hosted on a dedicated machine in Germany and it stays stable around 20 TPS most of the time.
Moderation is active for spam and hate speech and server breaking exploits. The playerbase is small but consistent and the whole vibe is longevity over hype.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPBackToBlocks Classic Vanilla SMP
BackToBlocks is a mostly vanilla survival server that tries to keep the classic Minecraft feel. It adds a few helpful things so getting around is not annoying like /sethome and /spawn plus /tpa.
The server has a community made spawn and the staff runs events sometimes. There is also a decorated Nether Hub and a decorated End Island plus a player run Shopping District.
It is not pay to win and it avoids goofy plugin spam. PvP and raiding are allowed but it is not a PvP focused place and griefing is not allowed. There is an item economy and you can even use /itemflip to gamble items just for fun and you can toggle phantoms too.
It supports both Java and Bedrock players since there is a Bedrock port listed.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPBindy SMP Cracked Vanilla PvP Builds
Bindy SMP is a cracked survival server so premium and non premium players can join. It keeps a mostly vanilla feel but still adds some helpful quality of life stuff.
People here do both PvP and building. You can fight if you want but it also feels made for long term worlds and big projects. There is a strict no grief rule and the staff stays active so things do not get out of control.
The server runs on Paper with plugins like TPA spawn and teams. There are also events and some custom structures to find while exploring. If you die because of hackers or server glitches there is inventory rollback and items can be refunded.
It is on version 1.21.11 and it supports older versions too with ViaBackwards. It also says no pay to win so everyone is on the same level.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCozyCraft SMP No Resets Chill Survival
CozyCraft is a cozy survival SMP that feels calm and slow. It is made for people who just want to build and relax without worrying about fights.
There is no PvP and they say the world will never reset so your builds can stay for good. The server is mostly vanilla survival but it has a few quality of life tweaks.
It supports both Java and Bedrock so more friends can join together. The community is described as friendly and chill and the whole vibe is taking your time and building whatever you want.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPHermit Style SMP With Proximity Chat
This is a community centered SMP that feels like a Hermitcraft style world. It is made by the players for the players and the server changes come from community requests and polls.
The main vibe is keeping vanilla gameplay while still adding a few fun and quality of life things. There is a diamond based economy with a shopping area plus public builds and big community projects.
A lot of people use proximity chat so it feels more alive when you run into others. It also has homes and some cosmetic stuff.
It runs on Minecraft 1.21.11 and it is Java only. The server is whitelisted and it is 18 plus only. You will usually see about 5 to 20 people online and there are lots of regular players and groups that want more people to join them.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCreepers Hollow Semi Vanilla Survival
Creepers Hollow is a newer Minecraft Java survival server that is almost two weeks old and it feels like it is made for people who want to chill and build for the long run.
The world is still really fresh so joining now means you can help shape towns shops and big projects from the start. A bunch of players are already working on a town together so it is easy to jump in and meet people.
The gameplay is mostly vanilla with some quality of life plugins and the community is friendly and growing. They also want to run events later and the owner is looking for staff too.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPEventide SMP Whitelist Survival Community
Eventide SMP is a new Minecraft survival server that keeps things mostly vanilla with just a few quality of life plugins.
It is cross platform so different players can join together. The server is whitelisted so you have to apply first. It is built around trust and having a mature respectful community.
There are active events and the economy is run by players kind of like Hermitcraft. It is aimed at people who want to stay for a long term world and actually be part of the community.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPuffer SMP Season 6 Vanilla Survival
Puffer SMP is a long running survival server that cares more about having a strong mature community than having huge player numbers.
It is on Season 6 and it started in January so it still feels fresh. The gameplay stays pure survival and there is no pay to win stuff.
People build long term projects together and there are community events and group builds if you want to join in. The staff is active and the rules are clear so the world stays clean.
Recruitment is limited and selective so you do not just join instantly. Everyone gets reviewed first to help keep out trolls and griefers and players who quit right away.
It is for players who like long term worlds and want to be respectful and talk with others. Builders redstone players explorers and casual players all fit in.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP