Within seven minutes the Owls had opened the scoring and Cameron Dawson had saved two penalties. Within 40 they were 3-0 up. There were slips, trips and missed chances on either side; the magic of the cup.
Josh Windass, Liam Palmer and Mallik Wilks netted on the night - there's one Michael Ihiekwe will claim but may not get - and the Owls presented as a confident, bright attacking outfit. The likes of Barry Bannan and Bailey Cadamarteri were able to be rested and while Ihiekwe's hobbling out of the match may cause concern, it was a wholly satisfactory evening.
The Wednesday manager spoke about a desire to continue momentum. They did that and some. Here are our ratings from a barmy night at S6.
5. Akin Famewo - 7
Got forward, defended resolutely. Made a couple of killer blocks and offered plenty of support to those around him. | CameraSport - pdh
6. Liam Palmer - 9
Looks so nicely settled-in in that number six role. Wary not to stumble into hyperbole, we'll suggest his goal was a thing of Gerrard-esque poise and precision. Shielded things calmly. Grabbed an assist, too. | Steve Ellis
7. Momo Diaby - 8
Took a few minutes to stretch his way into the game but from there he was so tidy. Physical, composed, a really reassuring presence who could make a big impact on the second half of Wednesday's season. | Steve Ellis
8. Josh Windass - 9
Showed his class with a really well-taken goal to get the night of madness up and running. Got important minutes in the bank, offered link play and worked hard. He's vitally important to the Owls attack at their best. | PA