[Molly]

You could try 4 Dimensions.

Admittedly the pbase is a bit small, since we mainly target the smarter players, but on the other hands it means that it's reasonably Twink-free.

We should fit the rest of your requirements. In particular great care has been taken to make the game interesting also for lower level players, with plenty of zones of different hardship to choose from. Our Website offers both Maps and Zone descriptions to facilitate life for new players.

4D is mainly about exploring, questing and hack'n'slash, and equipment plays a great role in how powerful your character can become. You cannot buy any good equipment in stores, it has to be acquired from the zones, so the built-in Quests are essential for the game. And you can get some good stuff already in Mud School and the Quest Academy.

You could also try , which lists a number of Muds with reputed high quality, and absolutely no in-game-benefits.