I found a community centered survival server that feels a lot like a Hermitcraft style SMP. It is made by players for players and they try hard to keep the vanilla experience while still adding a few extras when the community wants them.
There is a diamond based economy with a shopping district. People also work on public builds and bigger projects together. A big part of the vibe is proximity chat and most players actually use it.
They also have homes plus some cosmetic and quality of life and fun plugins that get added from community requests and polls. It is Java only on Minecraft 1.21.11 and it is whitelisted and 18 plus only.
They usually have around 5 to 20 people online during the day and they say there are hundreds of regular active players. If you want to meet people there are groups that are looking for new members too.
Hermit Style SMP With Proximity Chat
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPUnited SMP Semi Anarchy PvP Survival
United SMP is a semi anarchy server where you can live out wild and unstable smp dreams. It looks like a place where people want real pvp and adventure not just peaceful building.
You start with a beginner kit so you can get into fights fast and run around with friends. There are massive builds placed around the map and they have op loot and gear so exploring actually feels worth it. The server has planned events too so it does not feel dead or boring.
The server uses proximity voice chat so talking in game feels more real and kind of scary when enemies get close. There are temporary death bans so dying actually matters and makes every fight way more intense.
It works on both Java and Bedrock and supports the 1.21.10 version. If you like pvp semi anarchy and big loot hunts this server is made for you.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP