Happy New Year Animal Magic Ox Farmers in England, might have been told if they were having a run of bad luck or sickness with their herds to place an ox skull in a predominent position in the house or barn to appease the nature spirits. The farmer would then greet it everyday to keep the nature spirits happy and his herd contented. Halloween © 2001 - present. Australian Media Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Please read our Legal Statement and Privacy Policy.