This concept was inspired by a FanFiction by the name of "The Sweetie Chronicles".

Discord is released from his prison in Season 3 Episode 10, but he decides to not even try to reform. He tries to corrupt the land again, but uses a different strategy this time. Separation: Check, Elements: Gone, All hope lost: No?

This story follows the "Element of Magic". For a complete explanation, which I would recommend, Click this!