Not mentioned: unrepented, the mortal sin of torture also sends torturers and those who, with full knowledge and understanding of their act, consent to torture in their hearts to the everlasting fires of hell for an eternity separated from God in endless bitter torment and loss, which is an even longer-term effect.
“To get the man’s soul and give him nothing in return—-that is what really gladdens our Father’s heart.” – Uncle Screwtape