In a bustling, zany comic-style cityscape reminiscent of a Peanuts neighborhood fused with the futuristic flair of Astro Boy, our scene opens on a vibrant, slightly absurd birthday celebration. In the foreground, an anthropomorphic birthday cake with a grin as wide as Calvin’s mischievous smile stands center stage. This cake is superhero-themed, sporting a bright red cape that flutters in an imaginary breeze, and a mask that would make any Marvel hero proud. Its icing is intricately detailed, with tiny comic book panels depicting mini-adventures of Cake-Man saving the world, a nod to Winsor McCay's intricate dreamscapes.

Surrounding the cake, an eclectic assembly of quirky party guests engages in a delightful comic-style ruckus. To the left, a Calvin-like kid in a Captain America t-shirt playfully chases a squirrel who’s donned a tiny Thor helmet. In the background, towering buildings drawn with the clean lines reminiscent of Hergé’s Tintin are festooned with banners reading, “HEROIC HAPPINESS!” and “MARVEL-OUS BIRTHDAY!” Near a table laden with gifts, a comic book-styled Spider-Man balloon floats precariously close to a cactus that inexplicably wears an Iron Man mask, a humorous nod to Gary Larson’s brand of oddity.

Above it all, an enormous, exaggerated comic speech bubble emerges from a flying superhero dog, complete with a cape and domino mask, declaring in bold letters: "Unleash the Birthday Powers!" All these elements are encapsulated in a dynamic panel layout that brings a sense of motion and excitement, a tribute to the kinetic energy of R. Crumb's underground comix. This scene captures the chaotic charm of a world where everyday objects and partygoers blend seamlessly with superhero lore, creating a birthday card cover that's both a visual feast and a playful narrative.

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