The scene unfolds in a vibrant, whimsical cartoon world reminiscent of a bustling amusement park. In the center stands a grizzled, cartoonish character with wild, Einstein-like hair and a long, wizard-like beard. He's wearing a sash that reads, "Now it's too late to die young and pretty!" This character, a cheeky nod to the wisdom of age, is holding a bright, oversized birthday cake. The cake is extravagantly decorated with neon frosting and a ludicrous amount of candles that almost set his beard on fire, adding a dash of Gary Larson-esque humor.

To his right, a pair of lively, mischievous squirrels are cheekily attempting to steal slices of the cake. Their tiny paws and big, expressive eyes are reminiscent of classic Disney critters, their actions both adorable and slightly chaotic. In the background, a rollercoaster track twists and loops like a snake, inspired by Winsor McCay's dreamy, surreal landscapes.

Peeking out from behind a towering cotton candy stand is a small, wide-eyed robot boy, a nod to Osamu Tezuka's Astro Boy. He holds a colorful balloon in one hand that reads "Forever Young!" in large, bubbly letters, clearly intrigued by the chaos around him. A Calvin and Hobbes-inspired stuffed tiger sits on a bench, observing the scene with a knowing, bemused grin.

Above, the sky is a kaleidoscope of pastel colors, and a flock of cartoon birds flutters by, each carrying a tiny birthday banner, their wings and eyes designed with a touch of Hergé’s meticulous line work. The banners spell out "Happy Birthday!" in big, bold letters.

In the corner of the scene, an old-fashioned gramophone (a nod to the timeless charm of Eisner's graphic novel settings) plays a vinyl record with visible musical notes dancing in the air. The entire scene is a playful tapestry, drawing from various artistic inspirations to tell a story of embracing age with humor and vitality.

Generated with these themes: Now it's too late to die young and pretty.

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