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New Melfield is a farming community located in the Corn Belt.[1]

Appearance[]

In 2040, the place was described as grubby and unprocessing.[1]

The Long War[]

In 2040, the USS Benjamin Franklin stayed in this town for a couple of days during the Operation Prodigal Son.[1]

According to Maggie Kauffman's briefing, this place was a locust of spite towards the trolls. Therefore, Maggie brought Jake, Marjorie and Carl along with her in the mayor's office and let some townsfolks to play with the trolls, under supervision.

It was also there that Maggie received a troll-call delivered by a passing merchant twain and was able to communicate with her trolls for the first time.

References[]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 The Long War - Chapter 32
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