When Wildclaw Shaman is played with only Cithria (without a buff token) on board, does Wildclaw Shaman's trigger require a buff to target when going on the chain, or only when it resolves?

Ruling: Wildclaw Shaman's ability does not require a buff to be present when the trigger goes on the chain. The buff selection happens at resolution, not when targeting to put the trigger on the chain.

Sequence:

• Both Cithria's and Wildclaw Shaman's "when you play me" triggers go on the chain at the same time
• You can order them so Cithria's trigger resolves first
• Cithria's trigger resolves and gives her a buff
• Wildclaw Shaman's trigger resolves and can spend Cithria's buff

Nuances:

• Wildclaw Shaman's ability does not target (the unit selection and buff removal are resolution instructions, not targeting requirements)
• This is different from abilities that require targets to be put on the chain (like pre-errata Salvage)
• Whether targeting is required is case-by-case based on exact card wording