In a bustling, whimsical town square, reminiscent of Charles Schulz's Peanuts settings, the scene is set for a quirky birthday adventure. At the center, there's a charming food cart styled like a wooden hut adorned with a hand-painted sign reading "Zombie Katsu - Cluck of the Undead!" The cart is operated by an eccentric chef sporting a traditional Japanese headband, but with a twist—his eyes glow green, hinting at his zombie nature. The delicious aroma of sizzling katsu chicken wafts through the air, enticing passersby.

Gathered around the cart is an eclectic mix of townsfolk, inspired by Gary Larson's humor. They include a bespectacled professor with wild Einstein-like hair, a teenager dressed as a zombie enthusiast with a comic book tucked under their arm, and a dog that resembles a mix between Tintin's Snowy and Snoopy, sniffing the air with interest. Among them is a quirky birthday celebrant wearing a colorful party hat, whose facial expression is a mix of excitement and mild concern as they are presented with a steaming plate of katsu by the zombie chef.

In the background, cartoon-style banners flutter, displaying cheerful birthday messages and illustrations of katsu drumsticks with little zombie arms sprouting out, adding a touch of Osamu Tezuka's playful imagination. The ground is strewn with confetti and a few comic book pages, nodding to R. Crumb's detail-oriented storytelling. Above, balloons shaped like little zombie chickens bob in the breeze, their eyes wide and cartoonishly exaggerated, echoing Bill Watterson's knack for animated features. The vibrant colors and dynamic energy of the scene pay homage to the adventurous spirit of Hergé's Tintin.

The setting is vibrant and full of life—or half-life, in this case—and the entire scene encapsulates the joy and absurdity of celebrating one's special day with a zombie-themed twist.

Generated with these themes: Zombies, and Katsu chicken.

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