In the bustling heart of a quaint Irish harbor town, a lively pub scene unfolds on the front of this birthday card. Imagine a cozy, old-world pub with thatched roofing and weathered stone walls, perched right on the harbor's edge. Inside, the pub is filled with charming details—a large wooden bar with beer taps shaped like leprechauns, and a fireplace with a mantel adorned with shamrocks and tiny harps. Against the backdrop of this warm, inviting interior, a jovial group of cartoon characters reminiscent of Charles Schulz's Peanuts or Bill Watterson's Calvin and Hobbes are engaged in a spirited celebration.

At the center of the scene is a round table piled high with frothy pints of stout. Each character, with exaggerated expressions and quirky features inspired by the whimsy of Gary Larson's The Far Side, is holding a glass aloft, as if captured mid-cheer. One character, with a playful grin, wears a flat cap and sports an overgrown red beard, evoking a quintessential Irish image. Another character, a bespectacled figure reminiscent of Will Eisner's The Spirit, leans back in his chair, clearly engrossed in a comical tale being told.

Above them, a large banner stretches across the room, artfully looped through wooden ceiling beams. In bold, colorful lettering that seems to dance in the air, the words "Happy Birthday John" are emblazoned, incorporating Celtic knots into the letters for an authentic Irish flair. Through the pub’s open window, you can glimpse the serene harbor outside, where sailboats gently bob on the waves, and seagulls flutter overhead.

In a nod to Hergé’s Tintin and Osamu Tezuka’s manga style, a small dog with comically large eyes and ears peeks curiously from under the table, eyeing a fallen pretzel with intent. The scene is rich with detail, from the patchwork of mismatched chairs and stools to the light reflecting off the polished wood floors, creating a vibrant tableau of friendship, fun, and festivity. This card is a celebration of Irish culture, camaraderie, and, most importantly, John's special day.

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