"Damn."

Was Shiklah taken out too quickly? Well, she's not one to trifle with, nor is Satana going to be interested in giving her a chance to talk her way out of it, or start a big fight. Also, I'd argue "not sticking the landing" is an important part of any crossover event! I can't think of any with a good ending, and not just because I'm trying to cover my ass...I'm joking, there has to be some good ones; statistically speaking it'd be impossible for them all to tank.

I wanted to create an effect, similar to one Jim Starlin used in an issue of Dreadstar ("and Company," I read the reprint version) where the wizard Syzygy Darklock seemingly banishes a foe to some hell, possibly with tentacles or hands dragging him down. BTW, I really enjoyed those reprints, but especially that issue: Starlin can be surprisingly funny at times.