All resources, (unless noted) can be given to and transfered from Estates.
Bows are created by the Fletcher using Wood, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Archers from the Barracks.
Crossbows are created by the Fletcher using Wood, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Crossbowmen from the Barracks. In order for you to recruit them, you must also have Leather Armour available in your Armoury.
Swords are created by the Blacksmith using Iron, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Knights or Swordsmen from the Barracks. In order for you to recruit them, you must also have Steel Armour stored in your Armoury.
Maces are created by the Blacksmith using Iron, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Macemen from the Barracks. In order for you to recruit them, you must also have Leather Armour stored in your Armoury.
Pikes are created by the Poleturner using Wood, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Pikemen from the Barracks. In order for you to recruit them, you must also have Metal Armour available in your Armoury.
Spears are also created by the Poleturner using Wood, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit Spearmen from the Barracks.
Armour is created by the Armourer using Iron, and he stores them in the Armoury for you to recruit armoured units from the Barracks. It is very expensive to buy.
Leather Armour is created by the Tanner using cows from the Dairy Farm, later stored in the Armoury for you to recruit troops from the Barracks.